3 States of Mind
Which state of mind is all about feelings like happiness, anger, or sadness?
Emotional Mind
Which skill is about just noticing what’s happening without trying to change it?
Observe
What does grounding help you do?
A) Remember the past
B) Bring attention back to the present
C) Predict the future
B) Bring attention back to the present
Which activity did we do helps you focus on one shape, line, or color at a time?
Coloring
Which state of mind uses facts, logic, and problem-solving, like doing math homework?
Rational Mind
Which skill is about putting words to what you notice or feel?
Describe
Which of these is a way to anchor yourself when feeling overwhelmed?
A) Holding your breath for a long time
B) Choosing one thing to focus on, like your feet or breath
C) Thinking about what might happen later
B – Choosing one thing to focus on, like your feet or breath
Which activity helps you notice each step, rhythm, and your surroundings without rushing?
Walking
Which state of mind combines feelings and facts to help you make the best choice?
Wise Mind
Which “What Skill” means joining fully in what you’re doing right now?
Participate
The 5-4-3-2-1 senses grounding technique helps you notice:
A) 5 smells, 4 tastes, 3 thoughts, 2 feelings, 1 sound
B) 5 things you see, 4 things you touch, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, 1 thing you taste
C) 5 steps, 4 jumps, 3 spins, 2 stretches, 1 breath
B) 5 things you see, 4 things you touch, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, 1 thing you taste
When you write or draw about one thing you noticed today or one feeling, which mindfulness activity is this?
Journaling
Which of these is a sign that you are in Wise Mind?
A) You only feel strong emotions and act quickly
B) You only think logically and ignore how you feel
C) You notice both your feelings and facts and make a thoughtful choice
Answer: C – You notice both your feelings and facts and make a thoughtful choice)
Which “How Skill” is about focusing on one thing at a time, like a superhero laser beam?
A) Nonjudgmentally
B) One-Mindfully
C) Effectively
One-Mindfully
Which type of grounding uses movement, like stretching or stomping your feet, to help you feel present?
A) Breathing Grounding
B) Movement Grounding
C) Sensory Grounding
B) Movement Grounding
Why is it helpful to practice mindfulness during coloring, eating, walking, or journaling?
A) Mindfulness helps in therapy
B) Mindfulness helps you notice the present moment in everyday activities
C) Mindfulness is only about sitting still and meditating
B) Mindfulness helps you notice the present moment in everyday activities
You just got a disappointing grade on a test. Your first urge is to cry or yell (emotional reaction), but then you notice your feelings and think about what steps to improve next. Which states of mind did you use in order (2)?
Emotional → Wise
You are doing a tricky puzzle. You notice your frustration but keep trying different pieces until it works, instead of giving up. Which "How" skill are you practicing?
A) Effectively
B) One-Mindfully
C) Observe
Effectively
ou feel nervous before giving a presentation. You stop, notice your feet on the floor, and take three slow breaths before speaking. Which skill are you using?
A) Anchoring
B) Emotional Mind
C) Ignoring the feeling
A) Anchoring
While walking mindfully, you notice your feet hitting the ground, the rhythm of your steps, and the leaves rustling. Why is this helpful?
A) It helps you focus only on moving faster
B)It distracts you from noticing your surroundings
C) It trains your attention and keeps you present
C) It trains your attention and keeps you present