Sensory Processing/Coping Skills
This word means paying attention to the present moment, like noticing your breathing or how your body feels
These everyday tasks like brushing your teeth, washing your face, and getting dressed are part of this group of activities
ADLs
This healthy habit helps your body stay energized, especially during warmer weather or physical activity
Drinking enough water
This sense is often the first thing you notice when baking cupcakes, like the batter or warm cake
Sense of smell
This is what we call spending time with other people and doing things together
Hanging out or "socializing"
This is how your brain takes in information from your senses, like sound, touch, and movement
Sensory processing
A self-care kit might include items like lip balm, a mini toothbrush, or hand wipes. These items help you so you can take care of yourself when you are where?
Away from home or on the go
Doing slow stretches and poses while sitting in a chair is a type of exercise that helps your body relax
When you stay calm even if your cupcake batter spills or the frosting doesn't look perfect, you are practicing this skill
These skills help you start a conversation, listen to others, and take turns talking
Communication skills
Some people like lots of movement, noise, or touch. We call this being "sensory" what?
Sensory seeking
Your body cannot work well, focus, or feel good without this important self-care activity that happens every night.
Sleep
Doing a cool down after exercise can help your mind and body do this
Staying focused
Activities like "Getting To Know You Bingo" help people do this so they feel more comfortable in a group setting
Getting to know each other
Tools like stress balls, fidgets, or the sensory room help people do this when they feel overwhelmed
Calm down or regulate
Doing things like brushing your teeth, washing your face, or using deodorant are examples of this type of self-care that helps your body stay healthy.
Personal hygiene
Trying activities like bowling or cornhole on the sports simulator helps you practice moving your body and also builds this important skill when playing with others
Teamwork
Interacting with others or social participation
We did an activity where groups work together to answer questions, what did we do?
Trivia
This grounding strategy uses your 5 senses to help you feel more in control by naming 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, and 1 you can taste
5-4-3-2-1 technique
When you notice you're tired, stressed, or overwhelmed and choose a healthy activity, like using your self-care kit, taking a break, or doing sleep meditation, you are practicing this important skill.
Taking care of your needs (physical and emotional)
Healthy habit
When you notice your body getting frustrated while baking and choose to take a deep breath or pause, you are using this emotional strategy
Doing fun activities like music, dancing, or karaoke can help people make friends and also help with this emotional skill
Managing feelings or calming down