Healthy Coping Skills
Demonstrate one new coping skills you learned in the last session.
- Stretch like a cat
- Tap your head & say 5 positive things about yourself
- Hold yoga tree pose
- Write a brief poem/song about your day
- Close your eyes and count backwards from 20
Stacy had a group book report to do for class. Stacy loved the book and had a lot of great ideas to include in the book report. When Stacy was asked for her opinions, she said she agreed with everyone else' ideas but did not give her own. What was the unhealthy coping skill? Share a different way Stacy could have handled the group report.
Answer varies.
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.
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?
Spongebob Squarepants
Hop on one leg for 30 seconds or complete 10 jumping jacks
Great moving your body to release tension!
Draw two examples of unhealthy coping skills.
Pictures vary (below are examples)
- Yelling at others
- Saying mean things
- Not eating enough
- Avoiding the problem
-Physical fights
-Excessive sleeping
-Complaining
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:
You can always learn new coping skills
True!
What is the sweet food made by Bees?
Honey
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.
How can unhealthy coping skills negatively affect our lives?
When we use an unhealthy coping skills we can hurt ourselves, hurt others, cause more problems that we have to deal with, etc.
Exercise is a great coping skill that is good for your _____, body, and ____ .
Mind, 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's the first president of the United States?
George Washington
Jamie heard a good friend share a secret he promised not to share. Jamie recognized that his heart was racing, his fist were tight and he was very hot. He decided to take a walk for a few minutes before he decided on what to do. Identify the coping skills used?
-recognizing body signals of anger
-taking a walk before deciding what to do
Dani has a lot of stress from school. When she gets home, she yells at her brother to get her frustration out. Is this a healthy coping skill?
No!
Talking with someone is a great coping skill. However, yelling is unhealthy and it may cause issues in our relationships.
What coping skills can be used to reduce stress? Name three.
- meditation
- talking with someone
- breathing exercises
- exercise
- mindfulness
- yoga
True or False:
Children feel the stress and emotions of the people around them, even at a very young age.
True.
Even babies can sometimes feel the tension or stress their parents are feeling. So when you take care of yourself when you are stressed, you help your baby as well.
What are the emotions in Inside Out?
Joy, Anger, Sadness, Fear, and Disgust!
Name three things that you can journal about every day.
- Your feelings (sad, happy, mad, motivated, etc.)
- Thoughts
- Types of coping skills that you used that day
- Things/activities that you did that day
- Goals that you have for yourself, your family, or as a parent
Marley gets in to a fight with her mom. She decides to leave the situation and go for a walk. Is this a healthy coping skill?
Yes, but she should make sure her mom knows what she's doing.
What is a benefit of thinking positively?
Answers vary:
-Reduces stress
-Helps with emotions
-Helps create/maintain positive relationships
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 your favorite movie?
Answer varies