Tools
What would you put in your self care tool box
Awesome! Thanks for sharing
Name a physical sign
Exhaustion, headache, sore body
Self care is selfish
MYTH
Self care can reduce stress
TRUE
Physical Wellness
Name 2 things you can use here at PYC to practice self care
Communicating/talking about feelings, asking for a break, fidget toys, reading a book, journaling, talking with friends, deep breaths
Name a behavioral sign
Feeling angry, annoyed, helpless, hard time maintaining relationships
Self care has a long term impact
FACT
Self care is NOT one clear, defined thing
TRUE
Emotional Wellness
Communicating, forming connections, using healthy coping skills
Can hygiene be a form of self care, what type of health can it help
YES
It can help your physical and mental health
Name an emotional sign
Thinking bad about yourself, feeling really down, overwhelmed, anxious, unmotivated
Self care is all or nothing
MYTH
It doesn't need to be a full day event, it cant be many small acts of mindfulness ex. taking a walk or writing in a journal
Self care is only for one gender
FALSE
Social Wellness
Friendships, support systems, having meaningful relationships
Name 3 people you can talk to about self care
Teachers, family, friends, PYC staff, therapist, doctors, any trusted adult!
When should you practice self care
All the time, especially if you are noticing signs you might need to take a break
Practicing self care means choosing yourself over others
MYTH
Self care is anything that soothes you
FALSE
There is unhealthy ways to practice self care too
Environmental Wellness
Nature, sustainability, supportive surroundings
What can you do physically to practice self care
Yoga, meditating, comfy clothes, going on a walk
Should you ignore the signs you should practice self care, and why
NO
You should listen to what your body is telling you
Self care does not have to cost money
FACT
You need self care because something is wrong with you
FALSE
Intellectual Wellness
Creativity, curiosity, knowledge, problem solving