Calm Your Mind
This coping skill involved breathing slowly in and out
Deep breathing
Talking to someone you trust when emotions feel big
reaching out for support
A simple activity that boosts mood and energy
walking
Getting enough of this helps your mood and focus
sleep
self-advocacy
A way to calm thoughts by focusing on the present moment
mindfulness
Writing feelings down instead of holding them in
journaling
stretching your body to release tension
stretches
Drinking this can improve energy and concentration
water
Taking problems one step at a time
problem-solving
This skill helps by imagining a peaceful place
visualization/meditation
Using art, music, or writing to express emotions
creative expression
Moving to music for fun and stress relief
dancing
Eating regular meals to keep your body balanced
nutrition
Using a coping skill instead of reacting impulsively
emotional regulation
Turning negative thoughts into more helpful ones
positive self-talk
Naming your emotion instead of ignoring it
emotional awareness
Physical activity that helps release stress hormones
exercise
Keeping a consistent daily routine
structure
Knowing who to go to when you need support
support system
A short break to reset your brain when overwhelmed
mental break
Letting yourself feel emotions without judging them
self-acceptance
pairing movement with calm breathing
yoga
digital break
Believing you can handle challenges and grow
resilience