Transitional Coping

Coping Meta Category

Strategies to help navigate transitions both big and small, fostering resilience and stability by providing tools to manage uncertainty and reduce overwhelm

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Behaviors across 6 sub-categories

Sub-Categories

Structured Routine

Creating a predictable schedule to ease transitions. Routines anchor us, providing a sense of stability and reducing decision fatigue during times of change

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Mindful Observation

Noticing and accepting thoughts and feelings without judgment. This strategy encourages emotional awareness and self-compassion, preventing emotional overwhelm

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Time Management

Organizing tasks to reduce stress during transitions. Effective time management minimizes last-minute pressures and creates space for reflection and adjustment

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Micro-Moments of Joy

Seeking small, pleasurable moments throughout the day. These moments act as emotional reset points, countering stress and enhancing mood

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Transition Rituals

Creating rituals to mark the end of one activity and the start of another. Rituals signal closure and readiness for new tasks, promoting focus and reducing lingering stress

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Narrative Therapy

A collaborative, strengths-based approach that helps individuals reframe and rewrite their stories during transitions

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