Healthy Coping Skills
Name 3 healthy coping skills.
- Read a Book, Writing/Drawing/Painting, Listening to Music, Spending Time with Friends/Family, Go for a Walk, Deep Breathing, Meditation
Name one example of an unhealthy coping skill.
Avoiding Help; Fighting; Yelling at others; Harming others or yourself; Social media; Procrastinating
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
What are expectations?
Unwritten standards that you have about the quality of your performance or outcomes
List two ways to care for yourself physically.
healthy eating, good sleep schedule, good dental hygiene, exercise, drinking water, showering/bathing, getting in the sun
What month of the year has 28 days?
All of them
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.
Name one symptom of anxiety/stress?
sweaty hands; negative thoughts; dry mouth; butterflies; dizziness; frequent urination; digestive issues
What is one benefit that a person can experience 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,
What are the different types of expectations?
standards on your outcome; demands about the quality of your performance; demands on how well you're doing on your mental game; what you think others expect from you
why is self-compassion important?
Caring for yourself leads to better self-esteem, more relationship satisfaction, better coping skills, lowers anxiety and stress, builds self-esteem and resilience, motivations for change, motivation for healthier choices in life
What has 13 hearts, but no other organs?
A deck of cards
What are problem-focused coping strategies?
Identifying problem; finding solution; planning and preparing
What is one way unhealthy coping skills affect us?
they can hurt us, can hurt others, can cause more problems, create bad habits
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using healthy coping skills?
a.) allow us to create better relationships b.) they increase stress c.)allow us to have a healthy mind and body d.) all the above
B
Using healthy coping skills allows us to reduce stress!!!
What expectations do you set for yourself?
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Define Self-worth vs. Self-esteem
Self-worth is a person's internal sense of value, while self-esteem is a person's confidence in their abilities and worth
What has keys but can't open locks???
A Piano
Describe mindfulness. Is it a coping skill?
Mindfulness is when you center yourself in the present moment. It can be done through meditation, relaxation exercises, or just simply slowing down and taking notice of things that are currently around you.
Yes, it is a coping skill!
True or False?
All stress is out of your control.
False; sometimes we create out own stressful situations
Name 2 coping skills that can be used to reduce stress?
- meditation, talking with someone, breathing exercises, exercise, mindfulness, yoga, coloring
What are process goals?
Focusing on executing a skill or task; focusing on mental approach like confidence, composure, trust
Tell me one positive affirmation
ANY
Why are teddy bears never hungry??
Because they are always stuffed.
What are emotion-focused coping strategies?
positive self-talk; coming up with backup plan; relaxation skills
What is one emotion that often lead people to engage in unhealthy coping skills?
Anger; Sadness; Anxiety; Jealousy; Depression; Guilt
When does a healthy coping skill become unhealthy?
When it is done excessively and in a unhealthy way.
When it negatively affects your life
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
When is practicing self care important?
Every single day!!!!
What are the 5 "R's" of coping skills
Relocate: you could include photos of places that you find to be relaxing, which could be a favorite hiking trail, a loved family members home, or a shot of your dream vacation destination.
Relax: writing out a collection of your favorite grounding techniques (like progressive muscle relaxation), worry stones, essential oils, or massage rollers.
Reframe: you could include a journal to practice reframing your negative thoughts and practice the thought shifting exercise mentioned in our last mental health moment.
Recenter: you could include print-outs of your favorite yoga poses, or a playlist of music that helps you to feel relaxed.
Redirect: consider adding art materials, coloring books, puzzles or books, really anything that can act as a way of re-focusing your attention on something else
What is an example of an unhealthy coping skill you've used?
??? Avoiding issues; sleeping too much; drug or alcohol use; impulsivity; over/under eating
True of False: Coping skills increase resilience because they help people learn how to properly handle negative emotions, panic attacks, and other difficult situations.
True. When you effectively deal with a negative emotion or situation, you also move on and let go of the negative feelings that are associated with that experience.
True or False: There are instant "fixes" for stress.
Why or why not?
False Stress is the feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure. Coping skills, personal strengths, and other environmental supports are built over time.
True or false: In order to practice self care you need to spend lots of time and money?
FALSE
What has many rings but no fingers?
A telephone