This practice involves being present and aware of the moment, often used to reduce stress.
Mindfulness
Name 3 Healthy Coping Skills
Reading
Journaling
Listening to Music
Exercising
Meditation
Coping skills are used to avoid problems in our lives
FALSE !!
Coping skills help us work through our problems in healthy ways.
TRUE OR FALSE
Ignoring your emotions will make them go away.
FALSE !!
This is the most popular dish in America on Thanksgiving.
Turkey
This wellness habit involves setting aside time for yourself to rest or relax and can improve your mental and physical health.
Self Care
Name 3 Unhealthy Coping Skills
Harming others or yourself
Substance abuse
Avoiding help/denying that you need help
Bottling up feelings
Procrastination
FALSE !!
All coping skills are learned throughout our entire lives.
People who ask for help are ...
Strong and Courageous
This famous parade takes place in NYC each year as a part of Thanksgiving celebrations.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
This reflective practice involves writing down thoughts, emotions, and experiences, and is often used to enhance self-awareness, reduce stress, and track personal growth.
Journaling
Which two of the coping skills below are unhealthy?
Taking a walk
Destroying property
Exercising
Talking to a trusted friend
Yelling at someone
Playing a game
Taking a walk
Destroying property
Exercising
Talking to a trusted friend
Yelling at someone
Playing a game
Different kinds of coping skills work for different kinds of people.
TRUE !!
We all come from different backgrounds and have different ways of dealing with our emotions.
TRUE OR FALSE
Healthy coping skills work instantly and don't require practice.
FALSE !!
Coping skills can take time and hard work to be effective.
Thanksgiving lands on what day of the week each year?
Thursday
Mindfulness has been shown to reduce the body’s response to stress by lowering levels of this hormone, which is released during the "fight or flight" response.
Cortisol
The recommended amount of sleep per night, according to experts.
7-9 hours.
Unhealthy coping skills are still coping skills.
TRUE !!
It is important to separate what is healthy from what isn't to make sure we are making the most use of healthy coping skills.
TRUE OR FALSE
You need a lot of free time before starting healthy coping skills
FALSE !!
The best coping skills are one one's that can be used daily.
What is the capitol of the United States ?
Washington D.C.
This term refers to the ability to recover from setbacks and continue pursuing goals, often related to a growth mindset.
Resilience
The practice of setting a sleep schedule, avoiding technology two hours before bed, and creating a restful environment.
Sleep Hygiene
We can get better at coping skills if we practice.
TRUE !!
With time and practice, we will always see improvement, even if it doesn't seem like much. Progress > Perfection.
TRUE OR FALSE
Coping skills are a one-size fits all solution.
FALSE !!
Coping skills are unique to everyone.
Thanksgiving became a National Holiday under this president.
Abraham Lincoln