Coping skills
What is a coping skill?
A coping skills is a tool I can use to help me feel calm
What is Empathy?
Being able to put yourself in someone else's shoes to understand what they might be going through. Also responding in a way that shows you care.
What is perspective-taking?
Perspective taking is being able to look at things the way someone else might see things.
What is self-esteem?
Self-esteem is the way you feel about yourself.
Describe 3 character traits of a good friend.
2. Respectful
3. Supportive
Deep breathing
Your friend's dog got out of the backyard fence over the weekend. How might your friend be feeling? What can you do to show you care?
My friend is feeling sad/worried/upset.
I can show I care by helping put up posters of the dog.
A classmate bumps into you in the hallway. What are two explanations for why this might have happened?
1. They weren't looking where they were going so they didn't see you.
2. They are mad at you and bumped you on purpose.
Having high self-esteem means you feel good about who you are. True or false?
True
Name a few ways you are a good friend to others.
You can be a good friend to others by helping others, saying nice things to others, and listening to others.
You are really nervous for the upcoming state test. What is a coping skill you can use to stay positive
Positive Affirmations- "I will try my best"
Your friend won in the game against you. How might your friend be feeling and what can you do to show you care?
My friend is feeling happy and proud.
I can show I care by saying, "Good game!" and being happy for them.
You are working in a group at STEM lab and you want to do things your way. The group is getting upset because you're not letting the others help. How can you use perspective taking to make the situation better?
You are listen to others ideas and try new things. You can be a leader without being bossy. You can tell your group you respect their ideas and let someone else take the lead.
What are two ways you can practice having high self-esteem?
1. Make a list or 5 things you are good at.
2. Help others or compliment others.
Yes it is okay to take space from a friend. Sometimes friends need space from each other. This is normal. You can tell a friend that you need some space today and will catch up with them tomorrow.
1. Deep Breathing
2. Taking a walk
3. Talking to a friend
4. Fidgets
5. Yoga
Ask them how they are feeling. Listen to what they say. Offer to help them or cheer them up.
How can you respectfully disagree with someone?
Agree to disagree. Remember that it's not that serious. Say, "I respect your ideas but I disagree."
Make a list of 5 things you like about yourself.
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How can you make a new friend?
Introduce yourself to someone. Ask questions to get to know the other person. Find something in common and ask to spend time with them.
Explain the importance of having coping skills
Coping skills are important to have because we need to be able to use tool to help regulate our emotions. All feelings are okay, but what matters is how we deal with them.
Why is showing empathy important?
It shows other people you care about them. It helps build healthy and positive relationships with others.
Why is perspective taking so important?
It's important to be able to see other peoples perspective because it helps us resolve conflicts and it helps us better understand the other person.
How do you think self-esteem relates to how well you do in school?
When you feel good about yourself you feel confident. This means you will try new things, learn from mistakes and work hard.
Why do you think it is important to have friends?
Friends make us feel happy. Friends make us feel like we belong here. Friends make us feel important.