Feelings & Emotions
A feeling of joy or pleasure
Challenges
Getting enough _______________ each night helps improve mood and focus
Sleep
What organ controls your thoughts, emotions, and actions?
Brain
What type of thinking focuses on the good in situations
Positive thinking/optimism
Name one physical sign that someone might be feeling anxious
Sweating, heart beat faster, shaking
Name one healthy way to cope with stress
Exercise, deep breathing, talking to someone, journaling, etc
Name one food that is considered good for brain healthy
Salmon, nuts, berries, greens
Exercise releases these chemicals in your brain that makes you feel happier
Endorphins
Name one thing your team is grateful for
TBD
Empathy
Define Resiliency
The ability to bounce back after difficult times
How many minutes of physical activity is recommended for people each day?
30
Name one way your body shows you are stressed
Muscle tension, headaches, upset stomach
Name one thing your team does to help take care of their mental health
TBD
Emotions only affect your mind, not your body. True or false
False
Name one hormone released during stress
Cortisol or adrenaline
Water
What part of the brain controls decision making AND it full develops around what age?
Positive thinking can help reduce _______
stress
What chemical in the brain is often called the "feel-good" neurotransmitter?
Serotonin
Chronic stress can increase the risk of what disease?
Heart disease?
food
Mental health affects your brain, not your physical health. True or false
False
Name one scientifically proven way to boost happiness
Helping others, exercising, mindfulness, spending time with loved ones, gratitude, etc.