Coping strategies
Deep breathing requires inhaling and what else?
Exhale
What is mindfulness
Paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
True or False: Mindfulness is only done while sitting quietly.
False.
What’s a healthy way to handle conflict with friends?
Talking it out instead of posting mysterious song lyrics online or referring to the conflict online.
What’s a boundary?
A limit that helps protect your comfort, safety, and well-being.
Using your 5 senses, 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 hear, 2 smell and 1 taste is what type of technique?
Grounding
What does it mean to stay “present”?
Focusing on what is happening right now instead of the past or future.
What’s a common group chat problem?
132 unread messages about absolutely nothing.
What’s one sign of good communication?
: Asking questions instead of assuming. Using I statements, eye contact, active listening. All these are accpetable.
What is an “I statement”?
A way to express feelings without blaming, like “I feel upset when.
What coping skill involves writing thoughts and feelings down.
Journaling
How can mindfulness help with anxiety?
It can calm the mind and body by helping focus on the present moment.
What’s an example of peer pressure?
Any example is okay.
What’s a social skill that takes courage?
Introducing yourself first.
Why are boundaries important in friendships?
They help build respect and healthy relationships.
Name a coping skill that helps release energy safely.
Dancing, punching a pillow, physical activity, wall push ups
What is the goal of mindfulness?
Awareness and acceptance of thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Q: Why is practicing mindfulness regularly important?
It becomes easier to use during difficult or emotional situations.
I __________ happy when you sit and listen to me.
What word is missing from the above?
Any answer is okay?
feel
2 part Question for 400= What is aggressive communication?
What is passive communication?
Not expressing your needs or opinions.
Expressing feelings in a disrespectful or hurtful way.
What coping skill helps organize overwhelming tasks
Making a checklist or breaking tasks into smaller steps.
What is a body scan?
Slowly noticing sensations in different parts of your body.
What should you do if a conversation becomes too heated?
Take a calm break and return later.
True of False: Saying "no" is rude
False
2 part for 500- What can you say if someone crosses your boundary?
Also, what is a digital boundary?
“I’m not comfortable with that.”
Limits around texting, posting, or online interactions.