Stress
What is stress?
Stress is a feeling that
can make you nervous or unhappy.
How might your mind react to stress?
Constant worrying
Racing thoughts
Forgetfulness and disorganization
Dry mouth and difficulty swallowing
Clenched jaw and grinding teeth
Inability to focus
Poor judgment
Being pessimistic or seeing only the negative side
What is the name of the fairy in Peter Pan?
Tinkerbell
What is a coping strategy?
Strategies people often use in the face of stress and/or trauma to help manage painful or difficult emotions
True or false - not all coping strategies are effective or helpful.
True- it is like shopping! Try them all on until you find one that fits for you!
Stress can only be bad. True or false?
False- good stress, like before a soccer game, can motivate you to do better.
How might your body react to stress?
Low energy
Headaches
Upset stomach
Aches, pains, and tense muscles
Chest pain and rapid heartbeat
Insomnia (trouble sleeping)
Frequent colds and infections
Nervousness and shaking, ringing in the ear, cold or sweaty hands and feet
What does the prefix uni- mean?
think:
unicycle
uniform
unify
union
one
When do we need to use coping strategies?
throughout our daily lives when we encounter stress and other negative emotions
What is a strategy that you could use to help you focus?
Do some art- draw or color mandalas and things that makes you happy
Notice your self-talk
Journal
Drink plenty of water
Everyone stresses about different things. True or false?
True! You may have some things in common with your friends and family that stress you out, however, everyone is stressed out by different things too!
What emotions might you also be feeling as a result of being stressed?
-sad
-disappointed
-overwhelmed
-confused
-frustrated
-angry
-tired
-scared
-ashamed
-embarrassed
-guilt
-tired
Which ocean is off the California coast?
The Pacific
True or false - not everyone needs to use coping strategies because they can be harmful.
False- everyone can try out different coping strategies and see what works best for them!
Who is the coolest staff member to lead who leads groups?
Amanda
It is a bad decision to feel stressed. True or false?
False! You cannot control the fact that you get stressed- but you can control how you respond and cope!
It is impossible to relax your body if you are stressed. True or false?
False! You can do breathing, grounding, or other relaxation/body coping mechanisms.
How many sides does an octagon have?
8
When you are feeling angry, what coping strategy would calm you down and give your mind and body time to catch up with your feelings?
breathing or grounding
What coping strategy might work inside your room?
Do some art- draw or color mandalas and things that makes you happy
Laugh- read a funny book or watch a funny video
Take a warm bath/shower
Spend time with people you love and care about
Notice your self-talk
Practice relaxation
Journal
Drink plenty of water
Listen to music
Get enough sleep
What is 'stressed' backwards?
DESSERT!
What are the three "F" stress responses?
Fight, Flight, Freeze
Who was the first American President?
George Washington
Is yelling and screaming at a friend a helpful coping strategy? If yes, why.
If no, what is?
No-
communicating why you are upset and what primary feeling you are experiencing:
"I get ____________ when you ________________ because it _____________________.
If your friend was crying, what could you suggest to them as a coping strategy to help them feel better?
Do some art- draw or color mandalas and things that makes you happy
Laugh- read a funny book, watch a funny video, hang out with friends who make you laugh
Take a warm bath/shower
Spend time with people you love and care about
Notice your self-talk
Practice relaxation
Exercise
Journal
Drink plenty of water
Listen to music
Get enough sleep