Coping Skills
Name one thing you can do when you feel angry
Deep breathing, take a break, count to 10, etc.
What do you say when you meet someone new?
Hi, I'm ...., and you are....? It is nice to meet you!
How often should you brush your teeth?
Twice a day.
What do you say if you are late to work?
Apologize, take accountability
Someone cuts in front of you in line. What do you do?
Calmly speak up, or just let it go
True or False: Walking away from a stressful situation can be a good coping skills.
It depends on the situation! Walking away from your job when it becomes stressful is not appropriate. Walking away from friends who are not respecting your boundaries could be appropriate.
True or False: It's okay to interrupt people when they're talking.
False
Shower, clean clothes, deodorant.
Who do you talk to if you need help at work or school?
Teacher, supervisor
You feel overwhelmed and want to leave class/work.
Use a coping skill
What is "deep breathing"? Show me an example.
Slow inhale/exhale
Name one way to show you are listening
Eye contract, nodding, not interrupting
Why is hygiene important?
Health, confidence, comfort, etc.
Why is it important to be on time?
Responsibility, respect, job success.
Someone is being rude to you.
Stay calm, speak to your staff/supervisor.
Name a coping skills you can use at school or work.
Take a drink of water, breathing exercise, 1 minute distraction.
What is personal space?
Keep appropriate distance physically and emotionally.
True or False: Wearing the same clothes several days in a row without washing is okay?
False
What should you do if you don’t understand instructions?
Ask
You forgot deodorant and notice body odor.
Problem solve - use the bathroom sink and towel to help wash off a little bit, plan ahead of have deodorant at work.
Why is it important to have coping skills?
Helps you manage your emotions, safety, avoids issues.
How can you politely disagree with someone?
I understand what you are saying, let me share my perspective...
Name two self-care activities that help your body or mind?
Showers, sleeping, exercise, hobbies.
Name one responsibility of having a job.
Showing up, doing tasks, being respectful
A coworker is talking loudly and distracting you.
Politely ask then to be quieter, move to a different area, use a coping skill