Coping Skills
Something you can do anywhere, that doesn't require anyone or anything.
deep breathing, counting to 10, imagining a calming place or a happy time,
Someone you can speak to when you need help at home.
a family member (mom, dad, brother, sister etc.)
What you do when you see a friend
greet them and say hello.
What it means to use mindfulness
paying attention to/noticing how your body is feeling and what you see, hear or notice in the moment
I feel __________ when someone calls me a liar.
upset, sad or angry.
Something you can do that involves your fingers.
What is counting, 5 finger breathing, squeezing something, playing with a fidget
Someone you can reach out to if you need help with classwork
teacher or classroom assistant
Something you should do when you see a friend crying.
check on them and ask if they need anything.
Something you can do when you you're feeling frustrated and getting into the Red Zone
ask for a break in a quiet area, deep breathing, talking to a trusted adult, closing your eyes and thinking about a calm place or happy thought, stop what you're doing and name your feeling
I feel _________ when I fail my test.
Something you can ask for when you feel overwhelmed.
What is a break.
Someone you can talk to if you are struggling with your emotions at school.
teacher or counselor
Something you should do if your friends are fighting
don't get involved and focus on yourself, try to help them problem-solve
Something you can do when you want something, but you can't get it or do it right now
remain flexible, remind yourself that you will get it, just not at that very moment.
I feel _______ when my brother/sister takes things from my room.
Angry/ mad or annoyed.
Something you can do that involves a trusted adult.
talking about your feelings
Something you can do if you didn't hear the directions.
ask to repeat the directions.
Something you should do when you and a friend disagree.
listen to each other and try to understand their perspective, use an I-statement
Something you should do when you notice your heart starting to race after something bothers you
remember your coping skills and implement one or two that are available to you.
I feel __________ when my teacher makes me wait with my hand up.
Annoyed or frustrated.
Something you can do to distract yourself, get your energy out, or wake up your body
movement break or exercise
Something you can do when a peer is bossing you around, trying to get your attention in a negative way, bothering you, distracting you.
stand up for yourself and tell them no, ask them to stop, tell a teacher if they don't stop
Something you should do when you and a friend are unable to solve a conflict together.
bring in a grown-up to help mediate the situation.
Something that can help me get through tough times and challenges.
What is positive self-talk
I feel ________ when my best friend doesn't invite me to their birthday party.