Self Soothing
Building Confidence
Understanding Emotions
Coping Superpowers
Randomness
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This technique involves breathing in for 4 seconds, holding it, then breathing out slowly to help calm your mind.

What is deep breathing or square breathing?

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This is something kind you say to yourself, like “I am trying my best” — it’s called a positive ___.

What is an affirmation?

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This emotion might feel heavy and sad, and it can last more than just a bad day.

What is depression?

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This friendly adult you can talk to when you’re not okay.

Who is ___?

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You have this with your boyfriend

What is trust?
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Listening to this — maybe your favorite pop song or relaxing nature sounds — can help boost your mood.

What is music?

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Setting and completing this kind of achievable goal, like making your bed or brushing your teeth, helps build confidence.

What is a small task or daily goal?

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This emotion can come with butterflies in your stomach or racing thoughts — it's not always bad, but it can be overwhelming

What is anxiety or nervousness?

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This healthy activity helps your body release endorphins — even a short walk counts!

What is exercise?

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Perfectionism verses ___

What is striving for success?

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Using your five senses (touch, taste, smell, sight, and hearing) in a mindful way is called this kind of exercise.

What is a grounding exercise?

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This helpful list includes things you're good at or things people like about you. You can write one to remind yourself of your strengths.

hat is a strengths list or a compliments list?

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Naming your feelings out loud is one way to do this helpful emotional skill

What is labeling or identifying emotions?

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When using this skill you close your eyes, clear your mind, and take deep breathes

What is putting your head down to rest?

300

2 Basketball players you watch?

Paige Beckers and Caitlin Clark

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This cozy object, often soft and warm, can provide comfort when you're feeling down or anxious.

What is a blanket or stuffed animal?

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When you make a mistake but keep trying, you're showing this kind of brave attitude. 

What is resilience or a growth mindset?

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Writing in this can help you understand your feelings and patterns over time.

What is a journal?

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Drinking water, eating nourishing food, and sleeping well are all part of this kind of self-care.

What is physical self-care?

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Doodling, coloring, or painting are all examples of this type of creative outlet for managing feelings.

What is art or drawing?

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Practicing this — like saying “thank you” or helping someone — can actually make you feel better about yourself, too.

What is kindness or gratitude?

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This is the “check-in” system some people use each day to track how they’re feeling emotionally and physically.

hat is a mood tracker or emotion chart?

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You can use this kind of “toolbox” (real or imaginary) to carry all your favorite coping techniques.

What is a coping skills toolbox?