Happy Halloween!
If you have samhainophobia, (sah-win-uh-foh-bee-uh) what are you specifically afraid of
The fear of Halloween itself.
What is Burnout?
A state of emotional, mental, and often physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged or repeated stress.
What is the term for setting clear limits and learning to say "no" or "not right now" to non-essential tasks?
Boundaries!
What is it called when you begin withdrawing from people and activities you once enjoyed?
Social withdrawal
In what country did the tradition of carving Jack-o'-lanterns originate?
Ireland, where people originally carved turnips and potatoes to ward off evil spirits.
What 1925 horror film based on Gaston Leroux’s novel by the same name was made into successful Broadway musical?
“The Phantom of the Opera”
What hormone is commonly associated with the body's stress response?
Cortisol
Using this Specific type of Goal setting can help you reduce further burnout? What does each letter mean?
SMART Goals
Specific: What exactly do you want to accomplish?
Measurable: How will you know you've made progress?
Achievable: Is this realistic given your current abilities and resources?
Relevant: Why is this goal important to you?
Time: When will you accomplish it by?
A lack of ___, emotion, and ___ is a sign of burnout.
Interest and feeling.
Which Catholic holiday is celebrated the day after Halloween, on November 1st?
All Saints' Day (also known as All Hallows' Day, making October 31st "All Hallows' Eve").
What U.S. city is known as the “Witchcraft Capital?”
Salem, Massachusetts
Emotional exhaustion that can develop from consistently caring for or supporting others.
Compassion Fatigue
Name three ways to prevent burnout.
seeking social support, exercising/getting outdoors, and practicing deep breathing, meditation, or mindfulness
Two sleep disorders that are symptoms of burnout.
Insomnia and Hypersomnia
What is the most popular Halloween candy in the United States by sales volume?
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups.
Which European country is credited with originating the phrase "trick-or-treat"?
Canada (The earliest known print use of the phrase appeared in Alberta, Canada, in 1927
What is the difference between depression and burnout, and how can you tell them apart?
Burnout is typically related to prolonged or unmanaged stress and often begins in response to Specific demands, such as work, school, caregiving, or responsibilities. Depression is a mental health condition that can affect mood, motivation, and enjoyment across all areas of life, even without an obvious stressor.
Carol's counselor told her that recovery from burnout would be enhanced by all but one of the following actions. Select the action that may slow or prevent recovery:
A) Grieving for losses of all kinds
(B) Confronting denial and cynicism
(C) Taking on new challenges to prove one's abilities (D) Establishing personal boundaries between oneself and others
Answer C
Name 1 Physical symptom and 1 Emotional symptom of Burnout.
Physical: Feeling Tired/Drained Frequently (Fatigue), Lowered Energy, Change in Appetite & Sleep, Headaches.
Emotional: Withdrawal, Isolation, Loss of Motivation, Detachment, Lack of Interest, Emotion, Feeling, Irritability.
What was the first wrapped penny candy ever sold in America?
Tootsie Rolls (introduced in 1896)
What was the first horror movie to ever be nominated for a Best Picture Academy Award?
The Exorcist (1973).
What is our Brain doing when we are "multitasking"
Our brain is usually task-switching rather than truly multitasking. It rapidly shifts attention between activities, which can increase mental fatigue, reduce concentration, increase mistakes, and make tasks take longer. It also starts to overtime deteriorate the brain.
You wake up already exhausted, have several responsibilities, and feel emotionally overwhelmed. What three things could you do differently today to protect your energy?
Reduce nonessential tasks, prioritize basic needs, and schedule intentional recovery time.
If someone is experiencing thoughts of suicide or feels unable to keep themselves safe, what should they do?
Name at least 3 Resources
What famous magician died on Halloween night in 1926?
Harry Houdini.