Anxiety
True or false: only some people get anxious
False! Everybody has anxiety from time to time, it is natural!
Name some coping skills that you are aware of
Examples of coping skills are deep breathing, use of stress ball, talking to friends or healthy adults, taking a break, eating a snack, drinking water, count to 10, read a book, draw a picture, color, music, etc.
Someone says something hurtful to you. What coping skill could you use in this situation?
Deep Breath, Walk Away, Ask them to stop
Sad
Upset, Down, Unhappy
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
Name 1 way your body tells you that you are feeling anxious?
Heart beating fast, racing thoughts, feeling restless, butterflies in my stomach, muscle tension, short breathes
What is a coping skill?
A coping skill is a tool that you can use to manage emotions
You start to feel sad about a fight with one of your sibilings. What coping skill can you use to feel better?
Talk with them, talk with an adult, write a note, deep breaths
Happy
Joyful, excited
Who is the head coach for the Lions?
Dan Campbell
What is anxiety?
Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress, it is your mind and your body reacting to something you may be worried about or is a threat. This could be anything from a watching a scary movie to a test or meeting someone new.
What is the difference between a healthy and an unhealthy coping skill?
Unhealthy coping skills provide instant relief, but have negative effects on the person or persons around them. Healthy coping skills do not always feel good in the moment, but they have positive long-lasting effects.
You don't know what to do on a math worksheet. What should you do?
Take a deep breath, ask for help (from a teacher or friend)
Fearful, afraid
What fictional town does Spongebob live in?
Bikini Bottom!
Name 1-2 things that you can do that might make you feel better when you feel anxious?
Taking deep breaths, talking to a friend or family member, taking a walk outside, meditating, writing down your thoughts, relaxing your muscles, exercising, etc.
What are some unhealthy coping tools?
hurting others, hurting yourself, yelling at others, sleeping or eating too much, breaking things
Kids at recess made you feel left out. What can you do?
Use "I feel" statement, take deep breaths, find other friends to play with
Worry
Anxiety
Name five pizza toppings
Pepperoni, ham, cheese, mushrooms, pineapple, peppers, etc.
Name 1-2 situations that made you feel anxious
Thank you for sharing!
How do coping skills work?
Coping skills are used to manage difficult emotions or life situations by creating a calming effect in your brain and body.
Your parent makes you go to your room and takes away your electronics after your sibling blamed you for something you didn't do. What should you do?
Awesome!
Mad
Frustrated, Annoyed
What is the world record for most hot dogs eaten in one sitting?
76