Healthy Coping Skills
Myth or Fact
Unhealthy Coping Skills
100

Activities like walking, yoga, or sports can be very effective when utilizing this type of coping skill.

Physical Activity

100

Coping Skills Will Eliminate Stress.

Myth: Coping skills don’t eliminate stress, but they can help manage and reduce its impact. 

100

Engaging in activities like excessive shopping or gambling can lead to financial and relational problems.

Compulsive Behavior


200

Exercises that can help calm your mind/body and increase your awareness of the present moment.

Mindfulness/Meditation/Deep Breathing

200

Coping Skills Improve Resilience.

Fact: Effective coping skills help you build resilience, enabling you to bounce back from stress and adversity more effectively.


200

Refusing to acknowledge or accept the reality of a situation can prevent you from dealing with issues effectively.

Denial

300

Talking to friends, family, or a counselor can provide emotional support and perspective.

Social Support

300

Self-Awareness Enhances Coping.

Fact: Understanding your stressors, triggers, and coping preferences can make it easier to select and apply effective strategies. 


300

Withdrawing from friends and family can increase feelings of loneliness and make stress worse.

Isolation

400

Engaging in activities you enjoy can provide a sense of accomplishment and relaxation.

Hobbies/Interests

400

Coping Skills Are Only Useful During Crises.

Myth: Regular use of coping skills can improve your overall resilience and well-being, making it easier to handle both daily stressors and crises. 

400

Constantly dwelling on negative thoughts or problems without taking action can increase anxiety and stress.

Ruminating

500

Learning to say no and managing your commitments can help prevent burnout and reduce stress.

Setting Boundaries

500

Coping Skills Impact Mental Health.


Fact: Regular use of positive coping skills can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. 

500

Setting unrealistically high standards for yourself and others can lead to chronic stress and dissatisfaction.

Perfectionism