Understanding Change
What is a "change"?
When something in our life becomes different
Name one feeling you might have during a big change.
Sad, happy, nervous, excited, etc.
What is a coping skill?
A tool or strategy that helps you handle tough emotions
Who is someone you can talk to when you need help?
Parent, teacher, therapist, friend
What does it mean to “look on the bright side”?
Finding something positive in a tough situation
Name one kind of change that can be exciting.
Moving to a new grade, getting a pet, the color of your hair, etc.
What does it mean to have mixed feelings?
Feeling more than one emotion at the same time
Name a coping skill that helps calm your body.
Deep breathing, stretching, etc.
What’s a “support system”?
people you can rely on for help, encouragement, and understanding when life gets hard or stressful.
Name one good thing that could come from a life change.
Learning something new, meeting new people, etc.
Name one kind of change that can feel hard.
Divorce, moving, new school, loss of loved one, etc.
What are some body clues that tell you you’re feeling upset?
Fast heartbeat, stomachache, tense muscles, etc.
Name a coping skill that helps calm your mind.
Positive self-talk, mindfulness, visualization
Name one way a friend can support you during a big change.
Listening, hanging out, saying kind words, etc.
What’s one way to make a new situation feel more comfortable?
Bring something familiar, talk to someone, be patient, etc.
True or False: All changes are bad.
False
True or False: It’s okay to feel scared about change.
True
What’s something you can say to yourself when change feels scary?
“I can handle this,” “It’s okay to be nervous,” etc.
True or False: You should handle all changes by yourself.
False
How can gratitude help you during a change?
Helps you focus on the good things you have
What can help you understand your feelings about change?
Talking to someone, journaling, drawing, etc.
What’s one healthy way to express your feelings about change?
Talk, write, art, music, movement, etc.
What coping skill works best for you when things feel out of control?
your answer
What’s one way you can be a support to someone else?
Encouraging them, listening, helping
Share a time you faced a change and it turned out okay.
your answer