How would others know
How would someone know you're sad?
Exs) crying, low energy around others, staying in bed, moping, eyes drooping or red/puffy, frowning, slumping over, isolating (wanting to be alone)
What are some copings skills you could use
Distraction, Opposite action, Relaxation, Others?
What was a time when you were sad?
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Exs) Want to hide your face, want to shrink down and disappear, avoid the person who criticized you, saying your sorry over and over, holding my stomach because there is a pain in the pit of it
What is a grounding skill?
Grounding brings your focus to what is happening to you physically, either in your body or in your surroundings, instead of being trapped by the thoughts in your mind that are causing you to feel intense emotions. Exs) 54321, square/triangle breathing
What was a time you were irrate or angry?
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How would someone know that you're happy?
Exs) Smiling, giggling, laughing, communicating good feelings, hugging people, jumping up and down, talkative, etc.
When do you use coping skills and why?
When you are feeling really emotional (angry, sad, ashamed, nervous) and you could feel better by thinking more clearly, noticing your bodily sensations and the present moment.
What was a time you were nervous?
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How would someone know that you're scared, fearful, anxious or nervous?
Exs) Biting finger nails, picking at skin, shaking of hands, holding stomach because of the feeling, jittery/fidgety leg,
What is a less healthy coping skill you use?
Exs) Candy, drugs, drinking
What was a time you were scared?
How would someone know you're irritated, angry, or rageful?
Exs) Muscles tighten, ball up fists, teeth clench, shoulders get tense, face gets flush/red, crying, smashing objects (such as toys, phones, furniture), saying things like " I'm right," "I'm going to hurt you," "I'm going to hurt myself," yelling and insulting others
What is a healthy coping skill you use?
Exs) Moderate amounts of exercise, using grounding skills, eating a balanced/healthy meal, getting enough sleep, reaching out to friends or family
When was a time you were joyful