Stress Management
What is a quick technique for reducing stress that involves breathing in for 4 seconds, holding for 7 seconds, and exhaling for 8 seconds?
What is 4-7-8 breathing? Deep Breathing
Focusing on your breathing and noticing each inhale and exhale is called this
What is mindful breathing?
This activity involves running around and can make you feel happy and energetic.
What is playing tag?
Drawing or coloring in a book can be a fun way to relax.
What is coloring?
Talking to this person about your problems can help you feel better.
Who is a friend?
Writing about your feelings in this can help you feel better.
What is a journal?
Paying attention to how your body feels when you sit, stand, or move is part of this practice.
What is mindfulness?
Stretching and holding different poses to feel relaxed is called this.
What is doing yoga?
Using your imagination to write stories or poems can help you express your feelings.
What is writing?
Spending time with these family members can make you feel loved and supported.
Who are parents or siblings?
This is a place in your mind where you imagine you feel safe and happy.
What is a happy place?
This activity involves focusing on eating slowly and enjoying each bite.
What is mindful eating?
This fun activity can involve moving to the rhythm of music.
What is dancing?
Creating things with your hands, like building models or making crafts, is known as this.
What is crafting?
This type of pet can provide comfort and companionship.
What is a dog or cat?
Taking a break to do this outside can help reduce stress.
What is playing?
This is when you focus on one thing at a time to help you feel calm
What is single-tasking?
Throwing or kicking a ball with friends can help you feel better.
What is playing sports?
Making up your own songs and singing them can be a creative way to feel better.
What is singing?
Playing games with friends and family can help you feel connected and happy.
What are board games or video games?
This type of music can help you relax and feel less stressed
What is calming music?
Noticing things around you with all your senses (sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell) is called this.
What is grounding?
Taking a walk outside and noticing nature can help you feel calm.
What is going for a walk?
Taking pictures with a camera or phone can be a way to capture and enjoy happy moments.
What is photography?
Joining a club or group where you share common interests with others can help you feel part of a community.
What is joining a club?