A Moment of Peace
This video gives some quick tips for finding a sense of calm among stressful and overwhelming moments. (6 minutes)
Coping Skills
Here is a comprehensive list of coping skills for you to select from.
You Are Not Your Thoughts
This video explains some things you can try when you feel overwhelmed with your thoughts. (4 minutes)
Struggling with Internal Hijackers
All of us can sometimes find ourselves stuck in negative thoughts. This video has some practical tips for how to break out of negativity and take control of our thoughts. (3 minutes)
Grounding Exercise
This video helps us manage our emotions by grounding our bodies with our 5 senses. (3 minutes)
Watch: Curious Kittens and Puppies
What’s more pleasantly distracting than watching kittens and puppies at play? Check out this fun video. (7 minutes)
Watch: Funny Animals
Both animals and humor can bring endless smiles and laughs that can be the best distraction from a not great day. Check out this video of funny animals. (2 minutes)
Teens’ Experience with Distraction
In this video, a teen gives a description of how they use distraction as a coping skill (1 minute).
Tips for Healthy Sleep
This website describes sleep traps that get in the way of falling asleep and gives tips for healthy sleep.
Body Scan
This is a guided body scan. Body scans can help to lower stress, aid relaxation, and help with sleep. (10 minutes)
Paced Breathing
This video offers instructions on how to use paced breathing, which is a quick and easy strategy for calming down quickly from a stressful situation.