100 COPING STRATEGIES

Take deep breaths Write in a journal

Do a positive activity Hum your favourite song
Play sport Doodle on paper
Think of something funny Draw a picture
Take a quick walk Colour a colouring page

Practice yoga Clean something

Stand up and stretch Meditate
Listen to music Use a stress ball
Take a time out Dance
Slowly count to ten Write a letter

Use positive self-talk Look at pictures you’ve taken

Say something kind to yourself Make a gratitude list
Talk to a friend List your positive qualities
Talk to an adult Do something kind
Close your eyes and relax Give someone a hug

Say, “I can do this” Put a puzzle together

Visualise your favourite place Do something you love
Think of something happy Build something
Think of a pet you love Play with clay
Think about someone you love Hug a stuffed animal

Get enough sleep Rip paper into pieces

Eat a healthy snack Play an instrument
Read a good book Watch a good movie
Set a goal Take pictures
Jog in place Gardening
 100 COPING STRATEGIES
Write a list Hyper focus on an object
Keep a positive attitude Notice 5 things you can see
Schedule time for yourself Paint with water colours
Blow bubbles Use a relaxation app
Write a positive note Watch a funny video

Chew gum Drink some tea

Paint your nails Cook or bake
Write a story Plan a fun trip
Blog Use an I-statement
Read a joke book Identify your emotions

Write a poem Express your feelings to someone

Drink cold water Write down your thoughts
Draw cartoons Identify a positive thought
Read a magazine Make your day’s schedule
Write a thank you note List 10 positives about you

Count to 100 Ask yourself, “What do I need right now?”

Make a list for the future Tell someone you are thankful for them
Read inspirational quotes Pet an animal
Compliment yourself Make a list of choices
Visualise a stop sign Ask an adult for help

Laugh Organise something

Smile in the mirror Play a card game
Smile at others Listen to nature sounds
Do schoolwork Sit and relax all your muscles
Look at animal pictures Ask for a break

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