Stress Busters
Name 2 physical signs of stress.
Increased heart rate, muscle tension, headaches.
Why is talking about your feelings important?
It helps process emotions and reduces internal stress.
What is self-esteem?
The way you value and see yourself.
How does drawing or coloring help your brain?
It relaxes the mind and reduces anxiety.
Name one downside of too much screen time.
Poor sleep, anxiety, distraction, social comparison.
What is a healthy way to deal with academic pressure?
Time management, asking for help, taking breaks.
Who is a safe adult you can talk to at school?
Teacher, counselor, parent, or trusted staff member.
One kind action you can do for yourself today.
Positive self-talk, rest, setting boundaries.
What’s one creative hobby that helps mental health?
Painting, writing, madeh reciting, journaling
What can help reduce stress while using social media?
Following positive accounts, limiting time, taking breaks.
What hormone is released during stress?
Cortisol.
True or False: Ignoring your emotions makes them go away.
False
Why is comparison with others harmful?
It lowers self-worth and ignores personal strengths.
What happens when we focus on a creative task?
Our mind enters a flow state; stress decreases.
What does "doomscrolling" mean?
Continuously scrolling through negative news or content.
What does deep breathing do to your nervous system?
Activates the parasympathetic nervous system (calms you down)
What is "active listening"?
Paying full attention, not interrupting, showing empathy.
Write one affirmation you can say each day.
"I am enough." or "I believe in myself."
What is art therapy?
Using creative expression to explore and manage emotions.
True or False: Turning off notifications can lower anxiety.
True
Name one quick activity to reduce stress in class.
Stretching, box breathing, 1-minute mindful pause
What does a friend need most when they’re sad?
Support, understanding, not judgment or advice.
What does it mean to accept yourself?
Embracing who you are, strengths and flaws.
Name a creative way to express how you feel.
Drawing, poetry, madeh, acting.
What is one healthy tech habit you can build?
Screen-free hours, digital detox, using apps mindfully.