Coping Skills
Name one thing you can do when you're feeling overwhelmed.
Take a Deep Breath
Name 3 different emotions
What are happy, sad, and angry?
What’s a sign that you’re getting angry?
What is a fast heartbeat, clenched fists, raised voice, or feeling hot?
What is a coping skill you can do at school or work?
Deep breathing – Taking slow, deep breaths to calm your mind.
What emotion might you feel if your best friend ignores you?
What is hurt, sad, or confused?
What can you do to calm down when angry?
What is take deep breaths, count to 10, go for a walk, or talk to someone you trust?
How can journaling help you feel better?
can help you feel better by letting you release your thoughts and emotions, understand your feelings, and recognize patterns that might be affecting your mood.
What are physical signs of nervousness or anxiety?
What is sweating, rapid heartbeat, shaking, or stomach ache?
What are healthy ways to express anger?
What is using "I" statements, writing it down, or talking calmly about your feelings?
What’s a healthy way to deal with frustration or anger?
Pause and breathe – Take 3–5 deep breaths to calm your nervous system.
Take a break – Step away from the situation to cool down.
Use "I" statements – Express how you feel without blaming others
Write it out – Journaling or writing a letter you don’t send can help release anger safely.
Move your body – Exercise like walking, stretching, or hitting a punching bag can help release tension.
Talk to someone you trust – Venting with a safe person can help you process.
Practice grounding or mindfulness – Focus on your senses to stay present and calm.
Creative outlets – Draw, paint, make music, or channel the energy into something productive
Why is it important to express your feelings?
What is so you don’t bottle them up, so others understand you, and to improve your mental health?
What is a “trigger” and how can you manage one?
What is something that sets off your anger, and you can manage it by recognizing it early and using coping skills?
Explain the difference between proactive and reactive coping.
Proactive = Prepare
Reactive = Respond
What happens when we ignore or bottle up our emotions?
What is they build up, can cause stress or outbursts, or affect our mental and physical health?
Share a time you stayed calm instead of losing your temper.
What is telling a story about a time you used self-control or a calming strategy?