Coping Skills
Positive Self-Talk
Communication/Self Regulation
Understanding Emotions
Relationships
100

What is a coping skill? 

a healthy way to deal with stress, difficult emotions or challenging situations. 

100

What is positive self-talk? 

talking to yourself in a kind, encouraging and realistic way

100

What makes someone good at communicating? 

Listening actively 

being clear

giving and receiving feedback

being honest 


100

Name core emotions

Happiness

Anger

Worry

Proud

Sad

Excited

Surprised

Scared

100

What does a green flag mean?  

a healthy, respectful and supportive behavior

200

Name three healthy coping skills 

  • Deep breathing
  • Listening to music
  • Talking to a trusted adult
  • Journaling
  • Going for a walk
  • Exercising
  • Drawing/coloring
  • Grounding techniques
  • Meditation
  • Spending time with a pet
  • Taking a break
  • Positive self-talk
200
Reframe this thought: "I am terrible at everything" 

"I am still learning"

"Everyone makes mistakes"

"I am good at some things and improving at others" 

200

what is the healthier communication style? 

Passive

Aggressive

Assertive 

200

There are bad emotions

False: all emotions are okay. It is how we respond to them that matters


200

Name one red flag

controlling behavior

Name-calling

Disrespecting boundaries

threats

isolation

manipulation

jealousy 

300

You have a difficult conversation with your parents, and you leave feeling hurt and frustrated. What is one healthy coping skills you could use instead of slamming your door or shutting everyone out? 

  • Take a few deep breaths before reacting.
  • Go for a walk or get some fresh air.
  • Listen to music to calm down.
  • Journal or write about how you're feeling.
  • Talk to a trusted adult, friend, or counselor.
  • Take a break, then come back to the conversation when you're calmer.
  • Practice positive self-talk (e.g., "I'm upset right now, but I can handle this.").
  • Do something active, like shooting hoops, working out, or stretching.
  • Draw, color, or do another calming activity.
  • Ask your parents if you can continue the conversation later when everyone has cooled down.
300

Which is correct? 


A. I'll never get better

B.  I can learn from this mistake

C. Everyone is judging me

D. I always fail

300

Finish this sentence: " I feel____when____beause___"

I feel hurt when I am ignored because I want to feel included

300

What are two physical signs of anxiety? 

Racing heart

Sweaty hands

Pit in stomach

Fast breathing 

Tensed muscles

300

Your friend respects your boundaries and encourages you. What color flag?  

Green

400

True or False: Every coping skill works for every person in every situation

False

400
Why is it helpful? 

It can:  

  • Improve confidence
  • Reduce stress
  • Help us cope with challenges
  • Improve mood
  • Help us stay motivated
400

You're angry and want to send a mean text. What should you do first? What is this called? 

  • Take deep breaths
  • Put the phone down
  • Wait until you've calmed down

Self Regulation

400

Why is it important to identify emotions before reacting? 

understanding how you're feeling helps you choose a healthier response instead of reacting impulsively 

400

Someone wants your passwords and gets mad when you spend time with friends. What color flag? 

Red

500

What coping skill is being used? "Instead of reacting immediately when you're upset, you take a few minutes to calm down before responding"

taking a break, pausing before reacting or regulating your emotions 

500

A friend didn't text you back. Give one negative thought and one healthier reframed thought.  

Negative: 

"They're mad at me"

"Nobody likes me"

Healthier:

"They might be busy"

"I don't know why they haven't responded"

"I will wait before jumping to conclusions" 

500

Your friend keeps interrupting you. Demonstrate an assertive response. 

I feel frustrated when I am interrupted because I want to finish my thoughts


500

Your best friend cancels plans. Name two emotions and one healthy response. 

Emotions: disappointed, sad, hurt 

response: ask if everything is okay, talk about your feelings, use coping skills, make other plans 

500

Your partner apologizes after arguments but keeps repeating the same unhealthy behavior. 

Red.  

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