Deep breathing
meditation
counting to 10
What are some self coping or stress reduction techniques?
7-9 hours daily
What is the recommended time for sleep?
In these two frameworks, emotions are either related to the brain and are related to organ systems
What is the difference between Western medicine and East Asian medicine perspectives on emotions?
I am capable
What is a positive affirmation?
What is Diaphragmatic or belly breathing?
they can hurt us
can hurt others
can cause more problems, etc
What could be effects of unhealthy coping skills?
Yoga can help decrease this stress hormone
What is cortisol?
According to East Asian medicine, the liver is most strongly associated with this emotion.
What is ANGER?
No one loves me for sure
What is a negative affirmation?
What is pursed lip breathing?
nausea
lack of energy or depression
stomach bleeding
reduction of pain
What are possible side effects of pain medication?
20 minutes of brisk walking or chair aerobic exercises can produce this feel-good substance
What are endorphins?
According to East Asian Medicine, prolonged Grief causes an imbalance on these body parts
What are the lungs?
substance abuse
stinkin' thinkin'
ignoring one's troubles
what are negative or counter-productive coping strategies?
What is alternate nostril breathing
What are three things which are better for you since last year?
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A sweet treat or fun adventure can produce this mood elevating substance
According to East Asian Medicine, continual fear may overburden these organs
What are the kidneys?
Express gratitude
Exercise
Focus on one thing at a time
Making new healthy connections/ friendships
Sense of humor
What are some positive or productive coping strategies?
This type of breathing helps to relieve shortness of breath by preventing air from getting trapped in your lungs and helping you to breathe in more fresh air. It may help you to feel more relaxed and centered.
To do this:
What is deep breathing?
In this 2001 American Comedy film, Reese Witherspoon's character, Elle Woods, says, "Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy. Happy people just don't shoot their husbands, they just don't."
What is Legally Blonde?
What are three ways you can stay active to keep your blood circulating from your head to your toes?
some examples.
touch the floor and reach up
jog in place using your arms and legs - can do even as you sit in a chair.
East Asian Medicine correlates emotional health through these 6 organ systems
What are the heart, lungs, liver, gallbladder, spleen and kidneys?
puppies or children playing
a sunset
movies with happy endings
What are things that can make someone smile?
What makes you smile?
The unique sensation of this yoga breathing practice helps to create instant calm and is especially soothing around your forehead. Some people use it to relieve frustration, anxiety, and anger.
To do this:
What is humming bee breath?