🛡️ Student Mental Health Series *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

16.33 – Replacing Destructive Coping With Safe Routines: When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to fall into coping habits that numb rather than heal—like overeating, withdrawing, or lashing out. Replacing those patterns begins with awareness and small, consistent change. Notice what triggers your harmful habits and what emotions they temporarily silence. Then choose safer replacements: stretching instead of yelling, journaling instead of shutting down, or calling someone supportive instead of isolating. The key is preparation; have your new routines ready before stress hits. Repetition turns these choices into second nature. Over time, the old habits lose power because your brain learns that calm is more rewarding than chaos. Safe coping doesn’t mean ignoring emotion—it means handling it responsibly. By swapping destruction for care, you build a sense of control that strengthens emotional health. Every time you choose a safe routine, you’re teaching your body and mind that peace can be practiced, not just hoped for.

About this course

Trauma-informed mental wellness lessons that help students manage emotions, build resilience, and stay safe in real-world situations—like bullying, grief, violence, and poverty. Built for schools, youth programs, and Medicaid-compliant services.

This course includes:
  • Step-by-step guidance for handling social pressure, conflict, and unsafe situations
  • Stories and messages that encourage students to speak up, stay safe, and take control of their future
  • Flexible learning options for classrooms, after-school programs, and independent use

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