Coping Skills
This calming activity involves slowly inhaling and exhaling to reduce stress.
Deep breathing
The foundation of any healthy relationship involves being truthful and open.
Honesty
This is how you think and feel about yourself—positive or negative.
Self-esteem
This type of communication means saying how you feel in a clear, respectful, and confident way.
Assertive Communication
This activity helps calm your body and mind when you're feeling overwhelmed.
Deep breathing
This form of expression—often done with a pen and notebook—helps people process their thoughts and feelings.
Journaling
A healthy relationship should make you feel_____________
Safe, supported, respected, loved, trusted
Repeating positive statements like “I am enough” is an example of this self-esteem boosting practice.
Positive affirmations
What kind of statements can you use to avoid blame and reduce conflict.
"I statements"
Before reacting in a heated moment, it helps to do this so you can respond instead of react.
Pause or take a break.
Spending time in the type of environment can improve mood and lower anxiety.
Going outside
This essential communication skill involves listening without interrupting and showing that you understand.
Active listening
Trying your best, even when you make mistakes, helps build this belief in your abilities.
Self-Confidence
Nodding, making eye contact, and summarizing what someone said are all signs of this important listening skill.
Active listening
Instead of letting anger control you, learning to recognize your triggers and plan how to respond shows you’re building this emotional skill.
Emotional intelligence
This type of coping strategy involves seeking advice or comfort from someone you trust.
Talking to someone
In a healthy relationship, both people should feel free to make these without pressure or fear.
Decisions, mistakes, choices
What are things that can hurt your self-esteem?
Comparing yourself to others, negative self-talk, bullying, critical people in your life, perfectionism
This type of communication uses tone, facial expressions, posture, and gestures to help express feelings—even without words.
Nonverbal communication
This type of activity, like drawing, playing music, or crafts, can help release emotions in a healthy way.
Creative expression
This practice, often involving meditation or being present in the moment, can help teens manage overwhelming emotions.
Mindfulness
Knowing when and how to say “no,” asking for space, or deciding what you're comfortable with are all examples of setting these in a relationship.
Boundaries
Spending time doing activities you enjoy and are good at can help strengthen this aspect of your identity.
Sense of self-worth
When you're upset, taking a moment to calm down before speaking can help you avoid saying something hurtful and improve this part of communication.
Emotional regulation
Practicing this skill means being able to handle strong feelings like anger or sadness in healthy ways, such as talking it out or using coping strategies.
Emotional Regulation