Leisure
What is leisure?
The use of your free time for enjoyment.
True or False:
Completing homework in your free time is considered leisure.
False!
Completing homework is an obligation. Leisure is something that you enjoy doing.
"Young man, there's no need to feel down. I said, young man, pick yourself off the ground. I said, young man, cause your in a new town..."
Y.M.C.A. - The Village People
In what sport is a "scrum" used?
Rugby!
A scrum is used to restart a play. The players lock arms and pack tightly together to push against the opposing team to gain possession of the ball.
What do you call an alligator detective?
Name 3 leisure activities you want to participate in.
- Meditation
- Mindfulness
- Walking your dog
- Playing games with friends
- Listening to music
- Writing poetry
- Journaling
- Reading
True or False:
Your leisure activities can change as you get older.
True!
What we did for leisure when we were 10 years old will most likely be different when we are 30!
"Hello, is it me you're looking for? I can see it in your eyes..."
Hello- Lionel Richie
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington D.C.
Why shouldn't you write with a broken pencil?
Because it's pointless!
What can do you to relax during your free time? Name two relaxation techniques.
- Read
- Listen to music
- Meditate
- Guided imagery
- Progressive Muscle Relaxation
- Breathing techniques
True or False:
Leisure is important to our health.
True!
It is important for us to "take a break" from our everyday lives to participate in things we enjoy. Without leisure, our lives might be filled with stress, unhappiness, and increased health problems.
"I've got sunshine, on a cloudy day. When it's cold outside, I've got the month of May. I guess you say, what can make me feel this way?"
My Girl - The Temptations
What NFL Quarterback has been in the most Super Bowls?
Tom Brady
Why did the superhero flush the toilet?
Because it was his doody!
Name two activities you can participate in in your community.
- Go to the park
- Go to a community pool
- Go to the dog park
- Go to the movies
- Join a community race
True or False:
Leisure must be completed by yourself because it is the use of YOUR free time.
False!
Leisure can be done by yourself or with your friends/family/community! It is the use of your free time to do things that you enjoy by yourself or with other people!
"Everybody let's rock, everybody in the whole cell block..."
Jailhouse Rock - Elvis Presley
Which state is the "Golden State"?
California
Why did the cookie go to the doctor?
Because he was feeling a little crumb-y!
Name three leisure activities you can do with others.
- Go for a walk
- Play video games
- Play board games
- Watch movies together
- Tell stories/jokes
True or False:
Taking a "self-care" day is considered leisure.
True!
"Self-care" days are days where you take time to do the things that relax you or things that you enjoy.
"Don't you come back no more, no more, no more, no more..."
Hit the Road Jack - Ray Charles
Which country is the world's biggest producer of coffee?
Brazil
Brazil produces around 32-33 million bags of coffee beans per year.
Why did the banana go to the hospital?
He was peeling really bad!