coping skills
What are your top two favorite coping skills that you are going to try to use this week?
deep breathing, walking away, exercising, talking to an adult, count to 10
True or False: Taking a break means you lost the argument.
False — it helps you calm down and solve the problem.
This person is your parent who helps take care of you.
Mom/dad
What has hands but cannot clap?
A clock
This Golden State Warriors player is famous for his three-point shooting.
Steph Curry
Why would walking away be helpful if the argument is starting to escalate?
It prevents it from getting worse, saying things you may regret or going into physical. It helps both individuals to calm down.
What does being a teammate mean?
Working together instead of trying to beat each other.
This is how we solve problems instead of fighting.
talking it out
What kind of tree can you carry in your hand?
A palm tree
This Dallas Mavericks guard is known for his incredible scoring and playmaking.
Kyrie Irving
Why are coping skills helpful?
They help us to handle our big emotions such as dealing with anger, sadness, and worry as well as lowering stress.
What should happen after someone hurts someone’s feelings?
Repair: apologize, listen, make it right.
This is what makes a family strong.
Love/respect/trust
What can travel around the world while staying in one corner?
A stamp
This Philadelphia Phillies slugger is a two-time National League MVP.
Bryce Harper
Types of coping skills you can do outside
Exercise, play a sport, go for a walk, play with a friend
What happens if both people keep trying to “win”?
The problem usually gets bigger.
This is something you can say after you make a mistake.
Saying “I’m sorry”
What has legs but doesn’t walk?
A table
Which sport has a three-point line?
Basketball
what are examples of negative coping skills?
What makes your sibling laugh?
……
This is a game our family likes to play together
…….
What is full of holes but still holds water?
A sponge
What is the name of the person who enforces the rules during the game?
A referee