Coping Skills
Popits, squishies, and cubes. These items give your hands something to do so your brain can focus on other tasks.
Fidget toys
A feeling of joy, often times paired with a smile.
Happy
There's nothing to do. I'm ______!
bored
I'm crying!
Sad
In through your nose, out through your mouth. This skill can help by regulating your heartbeat.
Deep breathing
Woohoo!
Excited!
Hmm. Everyone's laughing at me and I didn't mean to be funny. I'm ______
embarrassed
GRRRRRRR!
Angry
Please stay out of my space. I'm setting ________, please respect them.
I want to spend time with you doing something we both like swimming or playing a game. I'm feeling _______
Playful
Yawn! I could use a nap. I'm ______
sleepy/tired
You're bothering me!
Annoyed
Getting my water bottle and ________ _____
Eating ice
I have the ______ to step away and give someone space. I can still be frustrated when I feel this but I can overcome it.
Patience
Hmm. This thing isn't working. I've done it like this before. I'm ______.
confused
Ah! That's too many things! I can't handle it anymore!
Overstimulated
I can sit down in a quiet place and ______ a book.
Read
It's okay. I know you're going through something and I want to _____. I am going to be _____ful.
help/helpful
Wow! I didn't know that would happen. I'm _________
surprised
Oh no! Everyone is laughing at me!
Embarrassed