What do you write in a coping card?

Coping Statements for Fear I’ve done this before so I can do it again. I’ll be glad I did it when this is over. 3 • I’ll feel better when I am actually in the situation. I’ll just do the best I can.

What are coping self statements CBT?

Purpose: to put a stop to the thoughts that lead to anxiety, and to replace those thoughts with realistic, rational thoughts. When these rational self-statements are practiced and learned, your brain takes over and they automatically occur.

Is CBT a coping skill?

CBT can help with a variety of everyday problems, such as learning to cope with stressful situations or dealing with anxiety over a certain issue. You don’t need a medical diagnosis to benefit from CBT. It can also help with: learning to manage powerful emotions like anger, fear, or sadness.

What are some coping statements?

I don’t have to make myself anxious about anything, or put myself down if I stupidly and foolishly do make myself anxious. My anxiety is bad, but I’m not bad. I don’t always have to feel comfortable, and it isn’t awful when I don’t. I can bear-and bear with-anxiety: it won’t kill me.

What are positive coping statements?

What Are Positive Coping Statements? Coping statements are positive, truthful statements that can be used to replace untrue or negative thoughts that can take over your brain and cause you to feel more anxious, angry, and stressed than you already do.

What are cope cards?

COPE cards are the communal project of a Russian painter (Marina Lukyanova), an Israeli therapist (Ofra Ayalon), and a German publisher (Moritz Egetmeyer). Used around the world by trauma healers and relief workers, COPE cards help to open communication and create community.

What is a positive coping statement?

Coping statements are positive, truthful statements that can be used to replace untrue or negative thoughts that can take over your brain and cause you to feel more anxious, angry, and stressed than you already do. These positive statements can help you to calm down and stay in control in an overwhelming situation.

What are examples of anxious thoughts?

Some examples of “anxious” thoughts:

  • “What if I can’t do it?”
  • I’m going to die of a heart attack.”
  • “People are going to laugh at me if I mess up during the presentation.”
  • I’m going to go crazy if I can’t stop feeling so anxious.”
  • “Things are not going to work out.”
  • “I’m an idiot.”

How can I do CBT on myself?

CBT is effective but takes time to master, so be patient with yourself. CBT strategies include things like questioning fearful thoughts, slowly trying out new or different activities, and using your senses to ground yourself in the present.

What is positive self-talk examples?

Here are some examples of positive self-talk:

  • I have the power to change my mind.
  • I have permission to change my mind.
  • Attempting to do this took courage and I’m proud of myself for trying.
  • I love myself for who I am.
  • Fear is only a feeling, it cannot hold me back.
  • I forgive myself for any past mistakes.

When to use coping cards and coping statements?

The cards work best when filled with statements that are specifically applicable to you and to the situations you face. According to social anxiety specialist, Dr. Barbara Markway, Ph.D., to get the most out of coping statements, make sure to:

How to write a coping statement for anxiety?

Coping Statements for Fear – Preparing for Stress/Anxiety 1 I’ve done this before so I can do it again. 2 I’ll be glad I did it when this is over. 5 3 I’ll feel better when I am actually in the situation. 4 I’ll just do the best I can. 5 By facing my fears I can overcome them. 6 Worry doesn’t help. 7 Whatever happens, happens. I can handle it.

What are some coping statements for disordered eating?

Coping Statements for Disordered Eating 1 Food is fuel. Food is medicine. Food makes muscles. 2 Don’t think, just eat. 3 I am not my illness. 4 Strong, healthy, smart. 10 More