Find and circle the words in bold. Practice one of these coping strategies or come up with a few of your own! To help you remember to use them when you’re stressed or upset, keep an easily accessible list of ideas.
Practice meditation
Write a journal entry
Get proper rest & sleep
Play a board game
Art
Do a breathing exercise
Connect digitally
Watch a movie
Paint
Send a letter to someone you miss
Do an act of kindness
Have a daily routine
Learn something new
Read a book
Eat healthy
Stay active
Listen to music
Bake
Write 3 things you are grateful for
Poonam Patel, MS, LPC is a licensed professional counselor and owner of Phoenix Wellness Center, a therapy practice providing individual, couples, family, and group counseling to kids, teens, and adults.