Coping skills
What are some coping skills you can do no matter what situation you are in, ex. in class, during free time, grocery story, etc.
There are many right answers here! Deep breathing, orienting, finger tapping, fidget toys, grounding exercises, etc. !
What does it mean to respect someone?
Tell us what you think!
Andie walks past you in the hallway. She has tears in her eyes and her cheeks are red. She tells you that she got a parking ticket. Based on this information, what emotion(s) do you think Andie is feeling?
Sadness
You can always blame others for your emotions
False! You cannot control what others do, just how you chose to react to them!
What is Adrienne's favorite drink?
Water
Why do we have coping skills?
Argue your opinion!
What does it mean to have empathy for someone?
Tell us what you think!
Tris just got a great new job at a new company, and at her first day, she is smiling, talking to her co-workers and clients, and is excited to learn new things. Based on this information, what emotion(s) do you think Tris is feeling?
Excitement, happiness, curiosity, etc.
All coping skills are good for our mental health!
False! many coping skills can be harmful, dangerous, or bad for our mental health, and we should strive to learn healthy and safe coping skills that help us be the best version of ourselves!
What is Kat's favorite movie?
Top Gun Maverick
What are the difference between positive coping skills and negative coping skills? Give us some examples!
Argue your opinion! Remember to be appropriate!
Name three ways positive self-talk can help us increase our self-esteem and mood!
Tell us what you think!
Justin has a lot of things to do at work, and is running up and down the hallway to get everything done. He is writing frantic notes and makes phone calls all day. A staff asks about his weekend, and he snaps and walks quickly away. Based on this information, why do you think Justin didn't engage in a conversation with the staff? What could he have done to better the situation?
Ex. : Justin is very stressed and overwhelmed. To make the situation better, he could have respectfully and assertively tell the staff that he was having a stressful day and wish he could chat, but that they could talk another day where he had more time/energy to spare.
"I have never done that before but I will try my best", "I can learn from my mistakes", and "This is frustrating, I should give up" are all examples of a growth mindset
False! The two first statements are, but the last one is an example of a fixed mindset.
What are two nicknames Mille uses for her dog?
Charles, Mr. Charles, Professor Charlie, Bud, Mr. Bud, Floof, Professor floof, etc.
Have a coping skill battle with a person wearing the same colored socks as you! Take turns naming a coping skill until one of you win!
Good luck!
Name ten rules for social situations
Say please and thank you
Don't interrupt people
Make appropriate eye contact when having a conversation
Etc.
How can you know if someone is happy without asking them? Think about body language, facial expressions, etc.
Smiling, open body language, talkative, etc.
Your actions, your behaviors, and your emotions are all within your own control.
True! You have control over all of those things!
What is Andie's infamous line?
"I'm putting in my two weeks"
John is having a hard time in his history class; he did not sleep well the night before and he learned that he was failing one of his other classes before attending history. He is also fighting with his friend, Peter. In class, John is struggling to pay attention and is feeling very anxious and nervous about his situation. His teacher notices that John is not participating and seems stressed and on edge, and goes to speak with him. If you were his teacher, what coping skills would you encourage him to use and why?
Tell us your opinion!
You and Aubrie had a fight the other day, and you said something really mean that hurt Aubrie's feelings. What are three major things to remember to do next time you see her to give an authentic apology?
There are many things to remember to do, but some examples are: taking responsibility, recognize the damage you did, and making changes in your behavior and sticking to this!
Why is it important to know how to label and explain/express emotions?
there are many correct answers here! Knowing what you are feeling can help you express your needs, communicate with others to process your emotions, and assessing the situation you are in are some examples!
Sharing is caring! Keep 200 of these points and share the rest equally!
Wow you are so caring.
What are three things you learned about Tris today?
Let us know!