unhealthy vs healthy coping skills

unhealthy vs healthy?

100

eating three pints of ice cream after a long day. healthy or unhealthy?

unhealthy... comfort eating can become avoidance.

200

taking a walk when your angry? healthy and unhealthy?

healthy... helps release energy and think clearly.

300

Ignoring your feelings and pretending you’re fine. healthy or unhealthy?

unhealthy... avoids processing feelings. 

400

Journaling your thoughts before bed. healthy or unhealthy?

healthy... helps reflect and relax.

500

Venting to a friend who always agrees with you healthy or unhealthy?

depends... it helps release emotion, but growth comes from honest feedback. 

coping toolbox

100

What is a coping skill that involves a simple breathing exercise that calms your body and mind.

box breathing or deep breathes

200

What is a coping skills that involves writing down positive thoughts to replace negative ones.

positive journaling

• Gratitude: List three things you are grateful for today, no matter how small.
• Accomplishments: What is one thing you accomplished today?
• Joy: What was the best part of your day and why?
• Inspiration: What inspired you today?
• Self-reflection: What are you proud of about yourself today?

300

What healthy coping skill is a creative activity that helps you express feelings.

art, music , or writing.

400

When you distract yourself from cravings with something positive

Healthy distraction. Examples include calling a friend, working out, journaling, or practicing mindfulness.

500

This grounding method uses your five senses to stay present

•  5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique. It involves identifying 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste.

self-care is not selfish

100

Sleeping 8 hours and drinking water are examples of this kind of self-care.

A.physical 

B.mental

C.spiritual

Physical Self-Care

200

Saying “no” to protect your peace is setting this.

A.physical 

B.mental

C.spiritual

A Boundary or mental self care

300

Writing affirmations like “I am strong” supports this part of healing.

A.physical 

B.mental

C.spiritual

Emotional self care

400

Taking time for prayer, meditation, or gratitude lists.

A.physical 

B.mental

C.spiritual

Spirtual Self Care

500

Self care activity: Walking, breathing, stretching

A.physical 

B.mental

C.spiritual

Physical self care

Triggers & Responses

100

A trigger is something that does this.

Reminds you of pain or urges unhealthy behavior.

200

When feeling lonely, a positive coping response could be

Calling a friend, attending group, journaling.

300

Feeling judged might trigger this common emotion.

Shame or Anger

400

One way to handle a trigger in public.

Pause, breathe, use grounding techniques, excuse yourself.

500

Why is identifying triggers important?

Helps you plan healthy coping before they take control.

Triggers & Triumphs

100

True or False: It’s selfish to take time for yourself.

False

200

True or False: Avoiding triggers forever is the best solution. 

False

300

One early warning sign of relapse or stress.

Isolation, irritability, poor sleep, etc

400

Hearing a certain song that reminds you of your past could be what type of trigger?

Emotional Trigger 

500

After surviving a tough trigger, what can you do to celebrate your success?

Reward yourself, write about it, share in group, express gratitude.