Coping Skills
What is one healthy thing you can do when you feel stressed or upset?
Take deep breaths, talk to someone, take a break, exercise, draw, listen to music, etc.
What is one example of a positive emotion?
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Maya has a big test tomorrow. She feels nervous and notices her heart beating faster. What should she do?
She could take slow, deep breaths, remind herself that she prepared, and make a plan for studying.
Sam got frustrated during a game and yelled, “You’re cheating!” at his friend. Later, Sam realizes he was angry and reacted without thinking. What should Sam do to make the situation right?
Apologize to his friend, explain that he was frustrated, and take responsibility for yelling.
Name 3 other planets in our solar system.
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True or False: Taking slow, deep breaths can help your body calm down when you are feeling a negative emotion.
True, it gives you time to think before you act, but it may not always be the best coping skill for you!
True or False: Feeling proud after accomplishing something difficult is a negative emotion.
Jordan gets left out when his friends make plans. He feels sad and disappointed. What should he do?
He could talk to someone he trusts, use a healthy coping skill, and avoid taking his feelings out on others.
Jada was angry with her brother, so she slammed the door really hard and broke something on the wall. She knows she should have taken a break instead. How can Jada make the situation right?
She should take responsibility for the damage, and help fix or clean up what happened. She can also explain that she will try taking a break next time.
What do humans need to breathe to survive?
oxygen
Name two people you could talk to when you are having a difficult time.
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What is one example of a negative or difficult emotion?
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Ava is playing a game and loses. She becomes frustrated and wants to yell at everyone. What should she do before reacting?
She should pause, take some deep breaths, take a short break, and calm down before deciding what to say or do.
Marcus was upset about getting a bad grade. Instead of using a coping skill, he threw his pencil across the classroom and disrupted everyone. What should Marcus do to make the situation right?
He should apologize to the teacher/class, help restore the classroom if needed, and take responsibility for his behavior. He could also make a plan to use a calming strategy next time.
How many degrees are in a right angle?
90
You are feeling really upset about your grade in Math class. What is something you can do to help yourself feel better?
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Why is it important to use a coping skill when feeling a big emotion?
Ethan has three assignments due tomorrow. He feels overwhelmed and thinks, “I can't do any of this!” What should he do?
He could break the work into smaller steps, prioritize what needs to be done first, take short breaks, use positive self-talk, and ask for help if needed.
You snapped at your teacher because you were frustrated. What could you say to make it right?
“I’m sorry I spoke to you that way. I was frustrated, but I should have handled my feelings differently.”
What is the largest animal on Earth?
The blue whale
Define a coping skill.
Something you do to manage difficult feelings, stress, or challenging situations.
What is a potential consequence of not using a coping skill when feeling a big emotion?
You could impact others in a harmful way.
Carlos is having a terrible day. He is angry, stressed, and feels like nobody understands him. He knows that yelling at his family won't solve the problem. Name THREE healthy coping strategies he could use.
Any three: deep breathing, taking a break, going for a walk, journaling, listening to music, positive self-talk, talking to a trusted person, mindfulness, exercising, or asking for help.
You lost your temper and ruined someone else's work. What should you do besides saying sorry?
Help repair or redo the work and show through your actions that you take responsibility.
What is the name of the imaginary line that divides Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
The equator