Coping Skills
Zones of Regulation
Leisure
Random
100
What are some sensory tools that you have tried? How was it helpful?
Examples: fidget spinner (for focus), stress ball (for anxiety), sour candy (for grounding)
100
True or false: all zones of regulation are okay.
True! It's normal and expected to experience different zones of regulation. We can learn to regulate our Zones to meet our goals and support our well-being.
100
What are two leisure activities that you can do at home?
-reading
-watching TV
-drawing
-playing videogames
100
Who am I? What movie am I in?
Mike Wazowski. Monsters Inc.
200
Name one way that you can cope with anger in a healthy way.
-taking a pause or a break
-taking deep breaths
-leaving the situation
-thinking about the consequences
200
What zone describes low energy and feeling sad, tired, sick, hurt, lonely, or bored? How can you regulate this zone?
Blue Zone; seeking comfort, resting, energizing
200
Name a leisure activity that you can do with a friend.
-playing a game
-going on a walk
-going on a bike ride
-going to the beach
-joining a book club
200
What is the capitol of this state?
St. Paul
300
What are examples of ways you can use movement as a coping skill?
-stretching
-running
-walking
-jumping
300
Which zone describes feeling happy, content, peaceful, or calm?
Green Zone! In this zone, we feel safe, organized, and connected. We might regulate by choosing to eat a healthy snack, exercise, take a break, or pause for a mindful moment.
300
Why is it important to incorporate leisure activities into your routine?
-helps us feel balanced and prevents feeling overwhelmed/burnt out
300
Name this company. What are they known for?
Spotify; streaming music/podcasts
400
What is mindfulness? How can you practice mindfulness?
-being in the present moment
-You can do anything mindfully! (eating, walking, brushing your teeth)
400
If you are feeling anxious and overwhelmed or silly and excited, you are most likely in the _________ zone.
Yellow. In the Yellow Zone we may need to take action to regulate to manage our energy and feelings as they get stronger. For example, if we are feeling energetic at the lunch table it helps to use caution and take a deep breath, so we do not spill something.
400
Name 2-3 creative activities that you enjoy doing for leisure.
-coloring
-drawing
-painting
-collaging
-making jewelry
400
Name this tune and artist
HOT TO GO! by Chappell Roan
500
What is a mantra or phrase you can say to yourself when you're feeling distressed?
-"I have coping skills that I can use when I'm having a hard time."
-"I can cope with this discomfort."
-"It's okay to ask for help."
500
What are some possible signs that you are in the "red zone"? Name one strategy to regulate in this zone.
-fast heartbeat
-feeling flushed
-tense muscles
-feeling hot/sweating
"I can take a pause and ask myself what I need."
500
What is one way to engage in a "cognitive" leisure activity?
-reading a book
-doing a jigsaw puzzle
-working on a Sudoku
-doing a word search/crossword
500
What is always in front of you but can never be seen?
the future