Coping Skills

What are Coping Skills?

Coping skills are the things we do to handle difficult emotions. They make us feel better and remain in control. Use the following resources to explore coping skills and find what works for you!

Managing Worry & Anxiety

Coping Skills ABC's

Anxiety & Fears: How to Cope

Anxiety can be a normal reaction to stress.

What does anxiety feel like in my body?

Why do I feel that way?

Watch this video to learn about anxiety and your body's "fight or flight" response!

What can I do when I feel anxious?

Use star breathing or this mindfulness video to calm your body and mind!

Parents: Below are Some Links to Helpful Social-Emotional Learning Websites Full of Fun Activities for You and Your Kids

100+ Free Social Emotional Learning ResourcesSocial and emotional learning, often known as SEL, is the process that helps kids learn critical skills, attitudes, and mindsets for social and emotional success. These skills cover five major areas: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationships, and responsible decision-making. I

5 Social-Emotional Learning Games to Play With Your ChildSocial-emotional learning activities can help kids learn to manage emotions and get along with other kids. Play these social-emotional games with your child.

100 Free Coping StrategiesUse these 100 free coping strategies to help kids and young adults with anxiety, depression, anger, dealing with stress, and more. This resource includes a 2-page printable list of coping strategies. A space is also included for kids and young adults to write in their own individualized coping str...

Social Emotional Learning ActivitiesFilter Lessons by: Free Social Emotional Learning Activities (Updated 3/6/2020) Welcome to our free Social Emotional Learning Activities page. Below you will find free resources - lessons, activities, and printables - in the following skill areas: Communication, Cooperation, Emotion Regulation, Empathy, Impulse Control, and Social Initiation. These resources are age-appropriate

Take the Daily Social-Emotional Learning Challenge!

Explore fun ways to calm, self-regulate, and express emotions. Take the Daily SEL Challenge to learn more about yourself and what coping skills work for you!

The Daily SEL Challenge