Coping strategies

Coping strategies are things we do to help us feel better when we're feeling sad, angry, or scared. Have you ever felt really upset or worried about something? It's okay to feel that way - we all have feelings. But sometimes, our feelings can be so strong that they make it hard for us to think or do things we normally enjoy.

When that happens, we can use coping strategies to help us feel better. Coping strategies are things like taking deep breaths, talking to someone we trust, playing with toys or doing art, or going for a walk outside. These things can help us calm down and feel better, so we can think more clearly and handle our feelings in a healthy way.

Think of it like having a "toolkit" that you can use when you're feeling upset or worried. You can try different things until you find what works best for you. Just like how you might have different toys or games for different situations, you might have different coping strategies that work better for different feelings or situations.

Remember, it's okay to feel upset or worried sometimes. But it's important to have ways to take care of ourselves and feel better when we need it!