Coping Skills
The practice of focusing on your breath to calm your nervous system.
What is deep breathing?
When someone invades your personal space and you want them to stop, you say this."
What is “Please step back” or “I need more space”?
This practice involves taking time to rest and recharge your energy
What is self-care or taking a break?
The emotion you feel when you face a challenging or frustrating situation.
What is anger or frustration?
You’re feeling stressed at school and your friend suggests you take a few minutes to breathe deeply. What coping skill are they suggesting?
What is deep breathing?
A physical activity that can release endorphins and help reduce stress.
What is exercise or going for a run?
The first step in setting a boundary with someone is often this.
What is identifying your own feelings or limits?
A type of self-care that can help improve your mental health by engaging in a creative activity.
What is art or crafting?
This feeling may arise when you’re experiencing a loss or disappointment.
What is sadness or grief?
Your coworker keeps interrupting you during meetings. How might you set a boundary?
What is saying, 'Please let me finish before you speak'?
A method of journaling that helps process emotions and thoughts.
What is expressive writing?
A healthy boundary involves not feeling guilty about saying this.
What is 'no'?
Spending time in nature is a form of self-care that helps reduce this.
What is stress?
You may feel this when you are overwhelmed or pressured.
What is anxiety or stress?
You’ve been feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list. What is one coping skill that could help?
What is making a list or prioritizing tasks?
This type of coping skill involves confronting the issue directly and solving it
What is problem solving?
This type of boundary happens when you choose not to discuss personal details with someone you don’t trust.
What is emotional boundary?
This form of self-care can help restore energy and emotional balance through activities like meditation or yoga
What is mindfulness?
This is a positive emotion you experience when you achieve something important to you.
What is pride or happiness?
Someone asks you to do something that goes against your values. What should you do?
What is politely decline or assert your boundary?
A coping skill that helps you change negative thinking patterns.
What is cognitive restructuring or positive thinking?
If someone continues to disrespect your boundary, this is a potential step to take
What is reinforcing the boundary or removing yourself from the situation?
Self-care practice involving getting enough of this to improve mood and focus.
What is sleep?
A feeling of warmth and affection often experienced with friends or family.
What is love or affection?
You notice your friend is overwhelmed and anxious. What might be a good way to offer support?
What is offering a listening ear or suggesting relaxation techniques?