Purple Sky Counseling

50 Mental Health Coping Skills

1. Take deep breaths

2. Talk to a friend or family member

3. Exercise

4. Meditate

5. Spend time in nature

6. Listen to music

7. Practice yoga

8. Write in a journal

9. Take a hot bath

10. Read a book

11. Do a craft project

12. Take a walk

13. Play a board game

14. Call a helpline

15. Volunteer

16. Bake something

17. Practice mindfulness

18. Do something creative

19. Watch a funny movie

20. Take a class

21. Talk to a professional

22. Get enough sleep

23. Practice self-care

24. Spend time with animals

25. Make a list of things you’re grateful for

26. Make a plan for the day

27. Organize something

28. Play a musical instrument

29. Make a list of your goals

30. Play video games

31. Connect with others

32. Sing

33. Pray

34. Go for a drive

35. Do something kind for someone else

36. Make art

37. Take a break from social media

38. Take a break from technology

39. Spend time in sunlight

40. Practice deep breathing exercises

41. Write positive affirmations

42. Spend time with a pet

43. Connect with nature

44. Do something that challenges you

45. Reach out to someone

46. Spend time in a garden

47. Write a story

48. Do a puzzle

49. Talk to a therapist

50. Practice positive self-talk