Name a healthy coping skill
- Reading
- Writing/Journaling
- Listening to music
- Talking to friends/family
- Taking a walk
- Deep breathing
- Meditation
He might be feeling...
a) Sympathetic
b) Lucky
c) Kind
d) Nervous
d) Nervous
Which of the following is a benefit of using healthy coping skills?
a.) they reduce stress
b.) they 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
True or False:
Talking to others about problems in our lives is a healthy coping skill.
TRUE!
Talking to others allows us to share our emotions and problems so that we do not have to go through them alone.
This animal mascot is know for saying "Theyrrrrreee Great!"
Tony the Tiger, Frosted Flakes
Define healthy coping skills
behaviors that are designed to help us reduce the negative emotions associated with difficult events, situations, relationships, and more
He might be feeling...
a) Impressed
b) Confused
c) Brave
d) Amazed
b) Confused
What are some benefits that you have experienced from using healthy coping skills?
- Feeling more relaxed
- Having a clear mind to help solve your problems
- Creating healthy relationships with others
- Being able to think about your response to a situation
True or False:
Every coping skill is healthy.
FALSE!
Some ways that we learn to cope are not healthy for us! (ex: smoking, drinking, gambling, etc.)
What is the name of a half Donkey and a Zebra baby?
It is called a Zonkey.
Name two unhealthy coping skills.
What are:
- Eating too much/Not eating enough
- Taking medications not prescribed to you
- Misusing substances/drinking alcohol
- Yelling at others
- Throwing things
- Isolating
Name 5 emotions
angry, sad, happy, overwhelmed, surprised, etc.
Exercise is a great coping skill that is good for your mind, body, and ____ .
Soul
Exercise helps you stay healthy mentally, physically, and spiritually.
True or False:
Coping skills are used to avoid problems in our lives.
FALSE!
Coping skills help us work through our problems and emotions. You do not want to avoid these! Avoiding is considered an unhealthy coping skill.
Who was the first American president?
George Washington
Define unhealthy coping
Using negative skills to avoid emotions, situations, events, relationships, etc.
Feeling good about who you are and liking yourself even with flaws.
Confident
What coping skills can be used to reduce stress? Name three.
- talking with someone
- taking a break
- breathing exercises
- exercise
- counting backwards from 10
- yoga
True or False. The same coping skills help everyone.
False - Everyone is different, one skills may help you but not your friend
Which NFL quarterback has won the most Super Bowl titles?
Tom Brady
Healthy coping skills help us:
a.) Deal with stressors in our lives
b.) Work through our emotions and problems
c.) Process our thoughts and emotions
d.) All of the above
d.) All of the above
Using healthy coping skills allow us to take a minute and process what is happening with our emotions, stressors, thoughts, and problems.
What emotion is secondary?
Anger
What do coping skills help us with?
Coping skills help us work through our emotions so that we can handle stress
True or False:
Coping skills are not important to your well-being.
FALSE!
Coping skills create a sense of calmness, confidence, and inner-peace. They are important for your overall health.
What is the world record for most hot dogs eaten in one sitting?
76!
Record set by Joey Chestnut in the 2021 hot dog eating competition