• Based on the self-assessment, what is your primary coping
strategy? Do you agree with your results? My primary coping
strategy was Proactive Coping. I scored a 50 out of 56 and I do
agree with the results for a few reasons. From my early
childhood my parents always thought me to think about all
possible solutions. I think this only enhanced when I joined the
military because I had to deal with difficult challenges all the
time. I did agree with some other coping skills, but this one hit
home and I will always brainstorm before I react.
• What is the value of being conscious about one's coping
strategies? How is that related to emotional regulation? The
value of being conscious is very important. Being conscious can
help reduce stress and maybe reduce any health problems you
may have. Being emotional regulated can help you manage your
emotions in stressful situations. Sometimes these emotions can
determine if you are sad, happy, or even angry.
• How does the concept of coping behaviors apply to any of the
following programmatic course themes:
o Self-care- taking control of your own well-being and
reducing life stressors
o Social justice- help you adjust to stressful events or
situations but maintain their emotional well-being
o Emotional intelligence- helps you recognize potential
stressors and aids in the ability to deal with problems
o Career connections- can have a strong impact on co-
workers or employees and the organization
o Ethics- treating people the same way as you would like to
be treated
