Facts about North American Wildlife
Specific species has the scientific names Bison Bison
The American Bison
What does wise mind mean?
Using both brains to make decisions based from a place of logic and feelings
What is being mindful?
it is when we are fully present, aware of where we are and what we are doing
Grounding
A person focuses on the ground or a feeling in order to reorient themselves and be in the present moment
Expanding Awareness
Breathing in you focus awareness on your center, as you continue to breath out stary focusing on things away from your center one at a time. This is done to help bring yourself into the wise mind by slowing down and focusing.
the largest species of bear found in North America
Polar bear
What are the 3 states of mind
Emotional mind, Reasonable Mind , Wise Mind
Where and when can mindfulness be done
It can be done anywhere at anytime
Box breathing/ Square breathing
A breathing technique involving inhaling for 4 seconds, holding breath for 4 seconds, exhaling for 4 seconds, then pausing for 4 seconds
Asking Wise mind a question
Breathing in you ask your wise mind a question. Don't give yourself the answer just sit and focus until it comes to you. This is done to think deeper in yourself to hear answers you don't automatically think of.
What is the fastest land animal in North America, reaching top speeds of up to 60 miles per hour
The Pronghorn
an example of when you are using your wise mind?
What are the 3 goals of mindfulness?
1.) To Reduce Suffering 2.) To Increase Control of your Mind 3.) To Experience Reality as it is
Do Mindfulness 5-4-3-2-1?
5 Things that you can See 4 Things that you can Touch 3 Things that you can Hear 2 Things that you can Smell 1 Thing that you can Taste
Is this the wise Mind?
Breathing in, Ask yourself is *whatever your about to do* Wise Mind. Done to slow yourself down and actively thinking about your choices
the largest rodent in North America
Beaver
Why is it important to use our wise mind
it combines emotional feelings with logical facts, helping us make better decisions
Why is it important to be mindful?
Helps us respond thoughtfully rather than automatically, it also helps calm the body and reduce fight-or-flight responses
Practicing gratitude
intentionally taking time to notice, appreciate, and give thanks for the positive things presently
Walking down the spiral stairs
Imagine that within you is a spiral staircase winding down to your center. You focuses your thoughts on going down the staircase deeper into yourself. Done to help you move away from surface-level thoughts and drop deep into your Wise Mind
The bird has the largest wingspan of any bird native to North America, reaching over 8 feet
California condor
What is the connection between the Wise mind and Mindfulness?
Mindfulness is a tool used to bridge a person over to their wise mind
What is an ancient Buddhist tradition is often associated with Mindfulness?
meditation
Progressive relaxation
tensing and then releasing different muscle groups in the body going from one end of the body to another
Stone flake on the lake
Imagining you are in a clear blue lake, then that you are a flat stone thrown on the lake. As the stone sinks imagine the feel of the water and the sight of the stone sinking.
Done to "sink" yourself lower into deeper thoughts rather than focusing on the surface level. Calms yourself and promotes self awareness