All Things Mindfulness
Mindfulness is...
The practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgement.
Who are all of the PHP therapists?
Stacey, Antwon, Aylin, Manya, Maaike
List 2 ways we can practice mindfulness
Deep breathing, coloring, ice baths, five senses, stress ball, eating, sounds, compassion, etc. (Facilitator determines correct answer)
Meditation is the only way to practice mindfulness
False!
What are the Emotional, Rational, Wise minds!
According to the TedTalk on Mindfulness, "What you practice grows ____!"
Stronger!
What is the name of Embark's office manager?
Kathy!
Explain how using our five senses is a mindfulness practice
It helps to ground us, stay in the present moment, brings attention to what is happening in front of us, etc.
PHP is a 6-8 week program, unless insurance says otherwise.
True!
The mitochondria is the _______.
Powerhouse of the Cell!
Explain how using the "3 states of mind" is a way to practice mindfulness
Observe thoughts/feels, Pay attention to the present situation/moment, etc.
What is Dilara's favorite number?
3
Name 3 coping skills you can use for this scenario: you are triggered in group because of a topic that is being discussed.
tell staff, take space, use fidgets, get some water, deep breathing, etc.
If you are found with substances in programming, we do inform parents.
True!
We maintain confidentiality of past clients to create ___ and abide by ____
What is Safety and HIPAA!
How does being mindful about which "mind" we are in helpful?
It helps us to look at a situation more calmly, it allows us to identify our feelings, it provides us information on if we need to take space, it helps us make sound decisions, etc
Which staff member wears crocs the most?
Antwon
This is something you can use to help ground yourself to the present moment, simply by refocusing on your breathing, again and again. Your thoughts may distract you, but simply bring them back and refocus on the breath.
Mindful Meditation
It is okay to be in contact with people who are in PHP and IOP outside of group hours
False!
What is professor!
This is a place I can go in the clinic to take space and practice mindfulness when things feel hard/challenging
Sensory Room
What animal is Maaike obsessed with?
Hedgehogs!
Describe the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique
5 things you can see
4 things you can touch
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste
Manya plays League of Legends
False; World of Warcraft!
Five coping skills I can use when I am going through a challenging situation/dealing with big emotions are ______
What are: journaling, coloring, music, exercise, talking, using ice baths, screaming, punching pillow, throwing stuffed animals, crying, talking to a therapist, asking for a hug, etc.