What is Coping?
What is the most important coping strategy for a big problem?
Telling someone safe that you can trust about it.
No thought of feeling is wrong in itself, it is what we do with it that matters.
True
How does positive self talk change our behavior?
More likely to take chances, increase confidence, more likely to be more positive with others.
Is isolating yourself from others a healthy coping strategy?
No, it might be important to take a break or be alone while cooling off, but it can make us feel worse if for a long period of time.
Identify a feeling that has gone along with your anxiety in the past
Hurt, frustration, fear
Can you use coping skills with other people?
Yes you can. It's important not to pull away from people in times when we need them the most, especially if they can help.
Taking time to care for yourself each day is important for your physical and mental health.
True
How can someone practice gratitude?
They can list things they are grateful for. Gratitude can make us kinder to others and also kinder to ourselves.
You realize that you have an upset stomach because you are anxious. Which coping skill could be most useful?
Breathing exercises, positive self talk, or talking to someone.
Name something that you say to yourself when you're feeling depressed.
I can get through this.
What is it important to pick coping skills based on where we are?
It's important because one coping strategy is appropriate for some places but not others. For example, walking away from the situation may not work if you are at work.
I have absolutely no control over my stress.
False
What is it important to remember what we're good at?
Everyone has strengths and growth areas. Knowing our strengths make us resilient.
Why do people use stressballs?
Squeezing something give you a way to physically release tension.
Yes, pets can help you cope because their presence and love can provide us comfort.
Other people will know when you're stressed out because it will be easy to tell.
False.
Can gratitude change our self talk?
Gratitude can make us kinder to others and ourselves.
What habits do we need to have to keep our bodies healthy, that can help us deal with stress?
Getting good sleep, resting properly, eating healthy
Why is exercise good for our mind and body?
Exercising increases your energy, mood, and focus while releasing endorphins that make us happy.
Why do we need coping skills
To deal with situations in a health way.
You can instantly fix your stress.
False
Why is it important to talk kindly to ourselves?
Our words are powerful. Our thoughts impact our feelings which impact our behavior.
What are situations that you might need to use a coping skill in the future?
Feeling anxious, feeling overwhelmed
What is mindfulness?
Awareness of the present moment.