Coping skills help us respond to difficult emotions, stress, and nervous-system activation without necessarily making the feeling disappear. Different strategies work for different situations, so the goal is to build a flexible toolbox and learn what your system needs.
HANDOUTS & GUIDES
How do I know which coping skill to use and when?
How can I bring my attention back to the present when my thoughts are taking over?
How can sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste help me feel more grounded?
Do I need to calm down, release energy, get grounded, solve something, or take a break?
How can I create space between what I feel and what I do next?
When is taking my mind off something helpful, and when am I avoiding it?
How can I comfort myself while staying connected to what I need?
How can I prepare myself for a situation I already know will be difficult?
FILLABLE FORMS
What helps me when I'm starting to struggle, feel overwhelmed, or feel completely depleted?