Coping skills
What is a coping skill
A strategy to help us regulate our emotions
If your someone touches your stuff without permission.
What is anger?
You forgot your lunch at school. What do you do?
Ask to go to the office and see if there is extra food there or call home
I can't do this
I can do this or I can't do this yet
What are three things you are good at
Name 3 things
True or False- Using a coping strategy is only for when you are mad
False- It can be used when you're stressed, worried, or facing a difficult challenge
When you can't see your friends because you have to do your homework, how might you feel?
What is sad or upset
Your friend invites you over but you promised your mom you would help with chores
You should finish the chore first then play with your friend
This is too hard
I can try my best
Think of a proud moment for you
Name proud moment
Demonstrate Deep Breathing
Watch for response
You are are invited to a birthday party. How might you feel?
Annoyed, upset
You go outside for lunch or recess and can't find your friends
Find another peer to engage
I am so nervous
I am nervous but I can handle this
What are 3 positive qualities that you have
Name the qualities
How can you use a fidget to calm down
various answers
You trip in the hallway at school and the other students start to laugh. How might you feel?
What is embarrassed
Another student says a mean comment to you
You can be assertive - Please don't talk to me like that, play with someone else, tell a teacher
I'm so dumb
Who are the people in your life who care about you
Name your supports
When is a good time to walk away
When you are mad at someone and are trying to avoid conflict
You are going to sleep and there is a loud thunder storm. How might you feel?
What is scared?
Someone is talking about your best friend. What should you do?
Tell them to stop, tell friend, get help from an adult if needed
I'm never going to get good grades
I am going to try my best. Whatever I get, I get
What are your dreams for the future
Name dreams