Healthy Coping Skills
Name 3 healthy coping skills.
- Read a Book
- Writing/Drawing/Painting
- Listening to Music
- Spending Time with Friends/Family
- Go for a Walk
- Deep Breathing
- Meditation
Name one example of an unhealthy coping skill.
- Avoiding Help
- Fighting
- Yelling at others
- Harming others or yourself
Which of the following is a benefit of using healthy coping skills?
a.) they reduce stress
b.) they allow us to create better relationships
c.) they allow us to have a healthy mind and body
d.) all of the above
d.) all of the above
True or False:
Talking to others about problems in our lives is a healthy coping skill.
TRUE!
Talking to others allows us to share our emotions and problems so that we do not have to go through them alone.
Tell me 2 ways you practice self love/self care?
Any answer is correct!
Name one anger management technique
deep breathing
going for a walk
punching pillows
talk about your feelings
Which of the coping skills below are unhealthy.
- Getting Fresh Air
- Talking to a Trusted Friend/Adult
- Destroying Property
- Exercising
- Playing Sports
- Taking Feelings Out on Others
- Yelling at someone you don't like
Destroying Property
Taking Feelings Out on Others
Yelling at someone you don't like
How long does a day last on the moon compared to Earth?
A) 27 Earth days
B) 24 hours, like Earth
C) 5 Earth days
D) 12 hours
A) 27 Earth days
What are some benefits that you have experienced from using healthy coping skills?
- Feeling more relaxed
- Having a clear mind to help solve your problems
- Creating healthy relationships with others
- Being able to think about your response to a situation
True or False:
Every coping skill is healthy.
FALSE!
Some ways that we learn to cope are not healthy for us! (ex: fighting, eating too much, running from problems, etc.)
Why is self love important?
loving yourself leads to better self esteem, more relationship satisfaction, better coping skills
True or False
Is anger a bad thing?
False
Anger is not bad, how we express anger can be a poor choice
Anger is an emotion that communicates when something has happened that we don't like
What are baby sharks called?
A) Cubs
B) Sharklings
C) Pups
D) Baby Sharks
C) Pups
How can unhealthy coping skills negatively affect our lives?
Hurt Ourselves, Hurt Others, Creates Problems, Lost Friendships
Exercise is a great coping skill that is good for your mind, body, and ____ .
Soul
Exercise helps you stay healthy mentally, physically, and spiritually.
True or False:
Coping skills are used to avoid problems in our lives.
FALSE!
Coping skills help us work through our problems and emotions. You do not want to avoid these! Avoiding is considered an unhealthy coping skill.
Is positive self talk a way to show yourself love?
yes
Trigger
Can you name two triggers for anger
being left out
being told no
being embarrassed
losing a game
waiting
hard school work
Describe mindfulness. Is it a coping skill?
Mindfulness is when you center yourself in the present moment. It can be done through meditation, relaxation exercises, or just simply slowing down and taking notice of things that are currently around you.
Yes, it is a coping skill!
John has a lot of stress from school. When he gets home, he ignores everyone who is home and goes straight to his room. Is this a healthy coping skill and why or why not?
No!
Although it is good to take time to ourselves, it may ruin relationships we have if we treat others poorly due to us being upset. It is best to let them know that you are in a bad mood, so they do not assume that you are mad at them or taking it out on them.
Where is the coldest place on Earth?
A) Iceland
B) Antarctica
C) North Pole
D) Alaska
It can dip below 135 degrees!
Which is the oldest stadium in Major League Baseball?
A) Fenway Park
B) Yankee Stadium
C) Whoville Park
D) Wrigley Field
A) Fenway Park
This stadium opened in 1912 in Boston, MA!
Tell me one positive affirmation
I can do good things
Everyday is a new day to make better choices
I deserve love
Mistakes show I am trying
Which country has the most amount of people?
A) The US
B) Mexico
C) Australia
D) China
D) China
China's population is 1.398 billion people - The US has 328.2 million!
Name three things that you can journal about.
- Your Feelings (sad, happy, mad, motivated, etc.)
- Thoughts
- Favorite Activities
- Goals
- Future Events
True or False:
Coping skills help you focus on the important things in your life.
TRUE!
When we can cope with problems in our lives, it is easier to focus on everything else that is important to us!
What do coping skills help us with?
Coping skills help us work through and process our emotions so that we can reduce the effect that stressors have on our lives.
True or False:
Coping skills are not important to your well-being.
FALSE!
Coping skills create a sense of calmness, confidence, and inner-peace. They are important for your overall health.
In what sport is the FIFA World Cup?
A) Baseball
B) Basketball
C) Soccer
D) Football
BONUS: What country has the most wins of this cup?
C) Soccer
Brazil has the most World Cup wins - 5!
When do you think it is ok to hit or throw something when you are angry?
if you have to defend your life
if you have to defend someone you love from danger