True or False: I can CHOOSE to have a good or bad attitude.
True?
Healthy coping skills help us:
a) deal with stressors in our lives
b) work through our emotions and problems
c) process our thoughts and emotions
d) all of the above
e) just a and b
D.) All of the above
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
What is self-esteem?
A person's evaluation of themselves, whether it is positive or negative.
How do you make seven an even number?
Take out the "S" in the word seven.
True or False: Saying something positive about yourself or someone else can build self-esteem.
True.
How do unhealthy coping skills affect us?
They can hurt us, they can hurt others, they can cause more problems, losing friendships.
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using healthy coping skills?
a) allow us to create better relationships
b) they increase stress
c) allow us to have a healthy mind and body
d) all of the above
e) a and c
f) b and c
B.
Using healthy coping skills allows us to reduce stress!!
Fill in the blank.
Doing _____ 15 minutes per day, 4-7 times a week can elevate your mood and self-confidence.
What is exercise?
Why are ghosts bad liars?
Because you can see right through them!
True or False taking time for yourself each day is essential to coping with life's pressures.
True.
Why are coping skills important to our well being?
They create a sense of calmness, confidence, inner peace and help us reduce stress.
Exercise is a great coping skill that is good for your mind, body, and ______.
Soul.
Exercise helps you stay healthy mentally, physically and spiritually.
Factors believed to influence out self-esteem include:
Genetics, personality, age, life experiences, health, thoughts, reactions of others, comparing yourself to others, social circumstances, social media, etc...
How do you make fruit punch?
Give it a boxing lesson.
True or False: Coping skills are only needed when you are struggling with negative emotions.
False.
Name FOUR healthy coping skills.
Journaling, listening to music, taking a walk, deep breathing, meditation, talking to someone, writing, painting, listening to music, reading, deep breathing, meditation, etc...
What is the difference between healthy and unhealthy coping skills?
Unhealthy coping skills have negative effects long term. Coping skills become unhealthy when they are done excessively and in an unhealthy way.
What are signs someone may be suffering from low self-esteem?
Negative self-talk, negative towards self, shy, etc...
What do you call two witches that live together?
Broommates!
True or False: There are instant "fixes" for stress. Why or why not?
False. Stress is the feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure. Coping skills, personal strengths, and other environmental supports are built over time.
Name FIVE unhealthy coping skills.
Throwing things, yelling at others, harming yourself or others, not eating enough or eating too much, substance use/abuse, damaging property, avoiding help, fighting, sleeping too much or not enough, avoiding the problem,
What is a mindfulness practice that can help you calm your mind and body?
Deep breathing, meditation, grounding, exercise, yoga, etc.
What are the two sides of self-esteem?
Self-esteem can either destroy a persons mental health or build them up.
What do you call a wizard from outer space that can fly?
A flying sorcerer!