Welcome the participant, introduce yourself, and set a warm, supportive tone. Explain that over the next 15 minutes they’ll identify stress responses, select coping strategies, and practice one technique to build confidence.

Read through each objective aloud. Emphasize the goal of quick, targeted skill building. Confirm understanding before moving on.

Hand the participant the Stress Response Scale worksheet. Guide them to recall a recent stressful moment and rate each response. Note any patterns silently for the reflection slide.

Provide the Personal Coping Skills Worksheet. Briefly highlight a few strategies (e.g., breathing, grounding). Invite them to circle the 2–3 that resonate most.

Ask which strategy they selected. Set a 3-minute timer. Lead them step by step, e.g., for diaphragmatic breathing: inhale, hold, exhale. Encourage mindful focus.

Prompt the participant to share what they noticed during the exercise. Help them translate insights into an action plan, specifying when and where they’ll use the strategy.