Coping Skills
What are 2 examples of a positive affirmation?
This too shall pass, I embrace my flaws because I know that nobody is perfect, I get better every day in every way, I am open to all possibilities, I belong, and I am good enough, I see the beauty in myself, I control my emotions; they don’t control me, etc.
You are struggling with a crisis, who do you call?
Therapist, 211, parent/trusted adult, or friend.
Define the word trigger
Any stimulus—like a sound, smell, person, thought or situation—that prompts a strong emotional or psychological reaction
This emotional skill involves noticing your feelings without judging them.
What is stay calm or respond instead of react
How many planets are there?
8 (sorry Pluto)
What can you do when you are feeling overwhelmed or anxious?
Take a walk, practice breathing, talk to someone, say positive affirmations, etc.
If you are concerned that your medications aren't working properly, do you stop taking them?
No, talk to your parent(s) and doctor first to make a plan first
What are the two main types of triggers?
Internal and External
Mindfulness can help reduce this common mental health symptom.
What is anxiety (or stress)
This animal is the largest mammal on Earth.
What is the blue whale
What does the word cope mean?
The process of using thoughts and behaviors to manage stressful situations
You get in a fight with your parent(s), name 2 things you can do to cope?
Take space, use relaxing skills, call a friend, listen to music, etc.
Name 3 of your triggers
Negative self-talk, worry about the future, intrusive memories, or self-critical thoughts. Fatigue, illness, hunger, pain, or other bodily tension. Relationship conflicts, Loud noises, crowded rooms, judged, or ignored.
A daily mindfulness routine strengthens this long-term mental skill.
What is emotional regulation
Which is the biggest island in the world?
Greenland
Name 3 types of positive coping skills you use?
Exercise, use fidgets, journal, read, listen to music, distraction skills, etc.
One of your friends post something on social media and you think its about you. What can you do that is a healthy decision?
Talk to a friend/parent, think through the evidence, reach out to the friend in a calm way, check in with self to see if its really about you
Knowing your triggers can help you create this, a plan you can follow.
What is a safety or coping plan
This emotional skill involves noticing your feelings without judging them.
Mindfulness
What social media platform has the most followers/users?
Facebook (2.7 billion)
Name 3 ways to motivate yourself?
Make to do lists, get organized, make a schedule/routine, try something new everyday, have a reward system, eat and exercise, take appropriate breaks, help/encourage others, follow from those that inspire you, keep trying (trial and error), visualize yourself reaching your goals.
What if you feel overwhelmed by emotions and can’t calm down? What advanced mindfulness strategy could you use?
What is radical acceptance, labeling the emotion, or refocusing on the breath
What is the first thing you should do when you are triggered?
STOP, THINK, CHECK IN WITH YOURSELF
Taking slow, deep breaths is this type of mindfulness skill.
What is a grounding or breathing technique
What's one small thing you could do today that would make your day even a tiny bit better? And how would you notice it worked?
Short Answer