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

16.41 – Creating an “In the Moment” Coping Plan: Emotional storms don’t wait for the perfect time to hit, which is why having a real-time coping plan matters. An “in the moment” plan is a small set of steps you can take when emotions spike fast. It could include deep breathing, stepping outside, using grounding tools, or texting a trusted person. Write these steps down so you don’t have to think when overwhelmed. The plan acts like a safety rope—something solid to hold onto until the storm passes. It prevents impulsive actions by giving you structure when your brain can’t organize itself. Regularly practicing your plan makes it automatic during high stress. Over time, this becomes your emotional emergency kit—always ready, always reliable. You gain confidence knowing you can face intense feelings without panic or destruction. Having a plan transforms reactivity into readiness, turning emotional chaos into calm, structured recovery.

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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