Mental Health
This means how we think, learn, and focus our attention.
Mental health
This is how we understand and express our feelings.
Emotional health
Name one thing you can do to keep your body healthy.
exercise / healthy eating / sleep
This type of exercise gets your heart beating faster.
Cardio
The medicine wheel teaches us to balance how many parts of ourselves?
3 (or 4 based on Indigenous learnings)
Name one strategy that helps you focus better in class.
Taking a break / deep breathing / removing distractions?
What is one healthy way to deal with anger?
Talking to someone / breathing / taking space
Why is drinking water important during exercise?
It prevents dehydration and helps the body work properly
Name one component of fitness you might test.
Strength, muscle endurance, flexibility, cardio
Which culture is the medicine wheel rooted in?
Indigenous People
Why is taking breaks important for your brain during learning?
Helps you refocus and reduce stress
What are some examples of ways people can take care of their emotional health?
Have positive relationships, learn how to communicate, problem solve, regulate emotions
Name one exercise that helps develop strong leg muscles
Squats, lunges, wall sits, running, biking
Which type of exercise improves muscle strength?
Strength training
Which part of the medicine wheel connects to thoughts and learning?
Mental Health
How can negative self-talk affect your mental health?
It lowers confidence and increases stress.
Why is it important to recognize your emotions before acting?
It helps you make better choices
Name two long-term benefits of regular physical activity.
Stronger muscles / healthy heart / better mood?
Why is it important to warm up before activity?
To prevent injury and prepare muscles
Which part of the medicine wheel is focused on relationships and regulating?
Emotional health
How does setting goals help your mental health and learning?
It builds motivation, focus, and confidence
How can showing empathy improve a relationship?
It helps understand others and solve problems
How do sleep, nutrition, and exercise work together?
They all support energy, growth, and overall health
Name one exercise that helps with endurance?
Running, squats, sit ups, jump squats, push ups, wall sits
Why is balance in the medicine wheel important for well-being?
All parts are connected and need to be cared for