What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us.
1 factor that impacts self-esteem.
self-image, social interactions, home, school, community, life events, media like tv, movies, or social media.
The National Sleep Foundation recommends __ hours of sleep a night for adults.
7-9 hours
What do you do to relieve stress?
Answers may vary
Female political figure
Michelle obama
Name 2 things you can do to stay mindful.
Yoga
Meditation
Deep Breathing Exercises
Relaxation Techniques
Enjoy Nature
True or False: Participation in team sports is shown to produce higher self-esteem in adolescents.
True
Just this amount of time spent walking every day can help boost your mood and improve your health.
30 mins
True or False: Everyone deals with stress the same way.
False - How do you deal with stress?
American rapper and song writer
Kanye West
True or False: Anyone can practice being mindful?
True! Mindfulness practice cultivates universal human qualities and does not require anyone to change their beliefs. Everyone can benefit and it’s easy to learn.
Name at least two people you can talk to when you are having a hard time.
Family, trusted adult, trusted friend, school counselor, mental health professional, aunt, uncle, grandparent, etc.
3 things I can do to destress after spending a long time watching a screen
deep breathing, mindfulness, get up and walk around, talk to a family member, stretch, draw
Name 2 unhelpful (negative) stress management activities.
Sleeping too much, drinking energy drinks to "make up" for sleep loss, avoiding counseling or groups, not reaching out to your support system
Male Singer
Elvis Presley
Why is mindfulness important?
Can reduce anxiety.
Can spark creativity.
Helps us cope with stress.
Makes us more aware of ourselves.
Can help with depression.
Can improve relationships.
Helps us control our emotions.
Social Media has a negative impact on self-esteem due to the constant pressure to look _______ online.
Perfect.
What is one way you like to challenge yourself? (what do you like to do to give your brain a workout?)
Anything!
What are 2 things you should be mindful of in an argument?
Assertive Language
- no yelling
- take turns speaking
- discuss one topic at a time
-know why you are upset!
Male Singer
Bruno Mars
Give one example of something you do or something you might try to help you be more mindful?
There are no wrong answers! Mindfulness may be different for everyone!
What are 2 routine stressors? (small but "annoying")
Answers may vary.
Why is it so important to tend to your hygiene (bathing, brushing teeth, laundry, etc)?
Prevent illness, boost self-esteem, etc.
Beside mental wellness, name three other types of wellness
Physical, spiritual, intellectual, social
Male Politician
Donald Trump