Coping Skills
What is deep breathing?
This is a technique where you take slow, deep breaths to calm your body.
What is exercise?
This activity helps your mood by moving your body, like walking or dancing.
What is a fact?
This is something that is true and can be proven.
What is positive self-talk?
This is when you say kind things to yourself.
What is a support system?
These are people you trust and can talk to about your feelings.
What is journaling?
This coping skill involves writing down your thoughts and feelings.
What is going outside?
This is spending time outside in fresh air and sunlight.
What is a thought?
This is something your mind tells you, but it may not always be true.
What is an affirmation?
This is a short, helpful phrase you repeat to yourself.
What is a trusted adult?
This could be a parent, guardian, or caregiver you go to for help.
What is music?
This is something you can listen to that helps you relax, like calm sounds or songs.
What is a fun activity?
This is doing something you enjoy, like a hobby.
What is negative thinking?
This is when your brain assumes the worst without proof.
What is reframing?
This is when you replace a negative thought with a helpful one.
What is mindful breathing?
This is focusing on your breathing to stay calm.
What is taking a break?
This coping skill involves taking a short break to rest your mind.
What is socializing?
This is talking or laughing with someone you enjoy being around.
What is fact-checking?
This is when you check if your thought is true or not.
What is encouragement?
This is reminding yourself that you can handle hard things.
What is the 5-4-3-2-1 method?
This is naming 5 things you can see around you.
What is art?
This is an activity like drawing or coloring that helps you express feelings.
What is sleep?
This is getting enough rest at night to help your mood.
What is realistic thinking?
This is a more balanced way of thinking instead of only focusing on the negative.
What is self-talk?
This is how you talk to yourself in your mind.
What is grounding?
This technique uses your five senses to bring you to the present moment.