COPING SKILLS
Name 3 positive coping skills
Writing in your journal, listening to music, play with fidget
What might a worm thought cause someone to miss out on?
Oppertunities!
What is self esteem?
It’s the way you see yourself
What is the correct way to use an I statement?
I feel _
When _
I want _
What is a trigger?
Something that causes a reaction
Which of the following is a benefit of using healthy coping skills?
A) reduces stress
B) 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 an example of a worm thought?
“I will always be bad at math”
What can you do if you're not feeling confident or have low self esteem?
Talk to a friend
Ryan‘s work is too difficult for him. He feels frustrated and wants to crumble up his paper into a ball. How can Ryan talk about his feelings instead using an I statement?
I feel frustrated when my work is too difficut. Next time I will ask for help.
Who are 3 people you can talk to when you are feeling upset?
Parents, teacher, friend
What is a coping skill?
An effective way to deal with uncomfortable emotions
What is an example of a caterpillar thought?
“I am not good at math yet, but I will keep practicing”
Tell me one positive affirmation
Today will be a good day!
Marcus is upset that his teacher didn’t call on him. He wants to yell at his teacher. How can Marcus talk about his feelings instead using an I statement?
I feel upset when my teacher doesn’t call on me. I want my teacher to give me more chances to talk in class.
What are 3 different emotions?
happy, sad, tired
Which of the following coping skills are unhealthy?
getting fresh air
talking to friend
exercising
hair pulling
playing sports
HAIR PULLING
Use positive affirmations… etc
What are three things you like about yourself?
Anything :)
Lina got an answer wrong in class. Lina feels upset and doesn’t want to talk out loud in class again. How can she talk about her feelings instead using an I statement?
I feel upset when I get the answers wrong in class. I want to learn how to be OK with being wrong sometimes.
What are 3 goals you have?
Do better in math, join a sport, drink more water
True or False?
Unhealthy coping skills are still coping skills.
True
There are both healthy and unhealthy coping skills. The key is to knowing which are which, and utilizing healthy ones.
Is this a worm or caterpillar thought?
I missed 3 baskets during our basketball game. I won't make the team next year.
Worm
What causes low self esteem?
Negative thoughts
Why are I statements important?
It allows you to communicate your feelings in a appropriate way
Name 3 triggers?
Parents yelling, bad grades, being alone