Coping Skills
Name a coping skill you can use when you're feeling anxious
Answers may vary: deep breathing, journaling, taking deep breaths
What is the first step in solving a conflict with a friend?
You see a friend looking upset during lunch, but they are not saying anything. What would you do?
Answers may vary. Sit with them, ask if they're okay or let them know you're there if they want to talk.
Answers may vary. Mistakes help me learn, it's okay everyone makes mistakes.
If you're telling a story and a listener looks bored, what can you do?
Answers may vary. Shorten the story, check in with them by asking if you're making sense or change the topic.
What is one way you can calm your body and mind when you feel overwhelmed in a crowded space?
Answers may vary: step away to a quiet spot, focus on deep breathing, count to ten, visualize a calm and safe place
True or False: It's okay to yell at someone if you're angry
False.
Someone cuts in front of you in line and you're feeling frustrated. What would you do?
Answers may vary. Politely say "excuse me I was next" or let it go.
True
What is one way you can use your senses to calm yourself when you're feeling stressed?
Smell a soothing scent, listen to calm music, hold a stress ball or soft blanket, drink a warm drink.
Name a strategy you can use to compromise with someone.
Answers may vary. Take turns, meet in the middle, use I statements, take a break or brainstorm together.
Handle it yourself.
Finish this sentence: I am _____. Give an example of a positive statement.
Answers may vary.
A classmate keeps talking while you are explaining something during a group project. How would you handle it?
Politely ask them to wait until you're done or take turns speaking.
Name a coping skill that uses physical activity.
Exercise, yoga, and walking
What should you do if someone apologizes to you?
Accept their apology, let it go, move forward.
You hear a student calling another student mean names on the bus. Should you tell an adult and why?
Yes because it's important to stop unkind behavior and keep everyone safe.
Why is positive self talk important?
It helps boost confidence, improve your mood and helps you persevere through hard tasks.
During lunch your friends are laughing and talking, but you are feeling left out. What could you say to join the conversation?
Answers may vary. "That sounds fun, what are you talking about?" or "Can I join in?"
What does progressive muscle relaxation help with?
Reducing tension and stress in the body.
Name three steps in solving a problem with someone?
1. Calm down 2. Talk it out 3. Find a solution
Ask a teammate for clarification or raise your hand and ask the teacher politely
Replace the negative thought without using the word "yet": I can't do this ____
What does it mean to stay "on topic" during conversation. Why is it important?
Answers may vary. It means talking about the same thing as everyone else instead of changing the subject. It helps everyone follow the conversation and feel included.