What is stress, can you explain it without using the word?
pressure, strain, something that demands a response from you, something that gets your attention
What does it mean to cope with something?
to deal with something, to figure out how to manage a demand or helps you do something you want to do
What are the three main areas that we first notice that we are experiencing stress?
(Physical, Emotional, Psychological), (bodies, feelings, thinking)
Give three examples of how we can cope well with physical signs of stress
exercise, sleep, dance, get out into nature, eat well,
How do you determine if a coping pattern is healthy or not?
Does it leave you feeling more relaxed, does it make the problem bigger or better, are you taking good care of yourself and others, is it safe/legal etc
Do you experience test anxiety before, during or after a test/exam?
depends on the person/situation, all three or possible
Think of 5 different feelings someone might feel when they are experiencing a stressful situation or stressful event in their life.
nervous, angry, afraid, determined, energized
Given an example of a negative automatic thought someone might think when they are feeling stressed. Now give an example of a corrective/turn around/more realistic thought that can help them cope well
This is impossible, I will never get this done! It's a huge project but just start on the first part and do some each night.
Who are some people in your life that you can go to when you are feeling stressed?
adult support person, parents, grandparents, coach, pastor, friends, teachers, counselors/social worker, principal
