Girl Code
What are friendship dealbreakers?
Lying
Gossiping about you to other people
Stealing
True or False:
You should avoid exercise during your period
False. It is usually safe to exercise during periods. Exercising has both physical and mental benefits. Staying active during your period can help reduce period symptoms such as bloating, irritability, and cramping.
What are some things that can turn a conflict into a fight
Making threats, giving ultimatums (ex: Do this, or else!), accusing without listening, not being willing to apologize or take the blame, getting physical with your partner/friend
How much sleep do you need?
7-9 hours
What are our names?
Valentina and Gianna
If you hear a rumor or someone talking badly about your friend, what do you do?
1. defend them
2. Shut down the rumors
What is the luteal phase?
The luteal phase starts after ovulation and lasts until your next period. The body releases progesterone to maintain the uterine lining in case of pregnancy.
Common symptoms include PMS (premenstrual symptoms,) signs as bloating, fatigue, mood swings, and breast tenderness.
What is the key to many successful relationships that helps to navigate conflict and happy times?
Communication :p
What are cramps?
Cramps refer to involuntary, painful muscle contractions. They can occur in various muscles throughout the body, including the legs, feet, arms, abdomen, and diaphragm.
What does DIVAS stand for?
Dedicated Innovative Versatile Aspiring Sisters
Friends do not date each other's...
Ex's or crushes
What are some apps you can track your period on?
1. Clue
2. Lively
3. Stardust
Manual ways to check:
Finish the phrase:
"No means.."
NO!
What are some ways to stay physically active?
• Biking
• Running
• Yoga
• Sports
What are our majors?
Valentina: Social Work Major and Education Minor
Gianna: Psychology major
What makes a good friend?
1. honesty
2. respect
3. trust
4. Sharing
5. No Judgement
What is the follicular phase?
This phase begins on the first day of your period and continues until ovulation. During this time, your body matures eggs in the ovaries and prepares for a possible pregnancy.
With rising estrogen levels, you may notice an increase in energy, focus, and motivation. Many people feel more active, social, and positive during this stage as the body transitions out of menstruation.
What is one way you can avoid making your partner/friend defensive when talking about a difficult issue?
Use "I" statements, talk about your own feelings, try to understand where the other person is coming from, avoid accusing the other person
True of False: not eating enough during the day or skipping meals can snake you physically weak?
True
What are the three E's that PULSE values?
Educate, Elevate, and Empower
Is it better to have quality friends or quantity friends?
Quality
What different factors can impact periods?
1. PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome)
2. diet or extreme exercise
3. sexually transmitted diseases
4. stress
What is something you can do to ensure that you are taking care of yourself and keeping your sanity in a relationship?
Keep balance in your life (ex: between a relationship, friends, family, school/classes, work, and other activities)
What are some stretches you can do to relax your body, or before you work out? Show them or one
• Touch your toes
• Cat-Cow Stretch
• Neck roll
• Side stretch
Which university do we go to?
Binghamton University!!!