Mr. Parker’s TIPS 16-25

TIPS #16 on Calming Down

(CIP Unit 8 Stay Calm with Others & Unit 18 Stay Calm when Pushed or Hit)

This TIPS session is about ways to calm down when you’re pushed or hit. In it you will learn how to stay in control of your feelings and managing them when you are pushed or hit.

TIPS #17 on Using Kind Words

(CIP Unit 24 Use Appropriate Language when Upset)

This TIPS session is about how to use kind words when you are frustrated or upset. In this session, you will learn about how powerful your words can be and how to manage your feelings when you’re very upset.

TIPS #18 on Handling Criticism

(CIP Unit 28 Takes Criticism without getting Upset)

This TIPS session is about accepting feedback from others and how to do so in a productive way.  In it you will learn the four step to accepting feedback or criticism from someone.

TIPS #19 on Taking a “Break”

This TIPS session is about taking space when you’re feeling frustrated. In it you learn the skill of taking space or taking a break to help cool off, or clear your head before starting on an activity again.

TIPS #20 on Gratitude

(CIP Unit 22 Be Positive About the Future)

This TIPS session is about being grateful. In it you will learn that even though times can seem tough, there is always something to be grateful for whether it’s being around people you love or getting fresh air outside.

TIPS #21 on Journaling

(CIP Unit 13 Express Your Feelings)

This TIPS session is about using journaling as a coping skill. Being able to express your feelings and write them down can help you understand them in the future.

TIPS #22 on Yoga

(CIP Unit 22 Be Positive About the Future)

This TIPS session is about using Yoga as a coping skill. In it you will learn that taking some time to be mindful, do some stretching and practice some yoga can be a wonderful tool to lowering stress.

TIPS #23 on Inner Coach

(CIP Unit 22 Be Positive about the Future)

This TIPS session is about using self-talk to overcome challenges. In it you will learn that we have negative and positive self-talk, and when we let our positive self-talk win we can overcome anything.

TIPS #24 on Distraction

 This TIPS session is about using distraction as a coping skill. In it you will learn that sometimes things can be overwhelming and we have no control over them, so time away from those negative thoughts of worry. Distractions can be walking, riding a bike, listening to music or just working on something else.

TIPS #25 on Movements

This TIPS session is about using movements as a coping skill. In it you will learn that big and small movements can help us when we’re stressed, frustrated or nervous. You can do things like go for a walk or run, squeeze your hands or just dance.