Types of Coping
Tools for taking your mind of the problem
A. Distraction
B. Grounding
C. Emotional Awareness
D. Opposite Action
True or False
reading a book is a coping skill
True :reading a book is a coping skill
In the movie "Elf" what is the main Elf character's name?
Buddy
What is the name of the half-goat, half-demon monster that punishes misbehaving children at Christmastime?
Krampus
What should someone do if they feel dysregulated during the holidays?
Use a coping skill
Tools for comforting yourself through the 5 senses
A. Opposite Action
B. Crisis Plan
C. Self-Soothing
D. Mindfulness
C. Self-Soothing
How can perfectionism make the holidays more difficult?
Set unrealistic expectations
In the movie Home Alone, where was Kevin's family going for the holidays?
A. New York
B. England
C. Paris
D. Florida
What is Paris
What country has a tradition of eating KFC on Christmas day?
Japan; also known as "Kentucky Fried Christmas"
True or False:
Unhealthy coping skills are still coping skills
True!
There are both healthy and unhealthy coping skills; the key is to knowing which are which, and utilizing healthy ones.
Tools for staying safe when coping skills aren't enough
A. Crisis Planning
B. Emotional Awareness
C. Cognitive Challenge
D. Opposite Action
A. Crisis Planning
What skill/skills can be used if someone is pushing a boundary? (4)
Broken record; leave the room; ask for space; saying No
Who played the main character (the Grinch) in the 2000 Grinch film
Jim Carrey
Where did Egg Nog originate from?
England
What question can you ask yourself during the holidays that can help put things into perspective?
Hint: (in the video)
"Will this matter in five years?"
Tools for centering yourself and staying present
Mindfulness or Meditation
True or False
The holiday season can be a time of mixed emotions
True
The holiday season can be a time of mixed emotions
Griswolds
In the song "the 12 days of Christmas" What was given on the 10th day?
10 Lords-a-leaping
True or False:
Coping skills are used to avoid problems in our lives.
False
What are some coping skills we have talked about
Going for a walk, taking a break, asking for help, Journaling, Breathing, Reading a book, etc....
Name some stressful things around the holidays.
Buying presents, Finances, family, remembering loved ones, etc..
In "A Christmas Story" what are the name of the dogs that steal the turkey?
Bumpuses
What is your favorite Christmas movie?
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True or False:
Coping skills are not important to your well-being.
FALSE!