Thinking Patterns
What does it mean to personalize something?
To make something about yourself or assume that a situation has something to do with you
What is a word to describe how you're feeling today?
:)
What is an example of an important social skill?
Listening to others, starting/ending conversations, conflict resolution, setting boundaries, etc.
What is a type of physical activity you enjoy?
Walking, running, hiking, riding bikes, sports, yard work, etc.
What is closed thinking?
Not seeing things from another person's perspective
What is one way to cope with difficult emotions?
Talk about them, journal, mindfulness, exercise, various coping skills, etc.
What are boundaries?
Limits or rules we set for ourselves and others in our lives
How long should you wash your hands for?
20 seconds
Name one unhelpful thinking pattern
Extreme thinking, personalization, magnification, minimization, jumping to conclusions, closed thinking, selective focus, mind reading, overgeneralizing, etc.
What is a trigger?
Something that elicits a strong/often negative emotional response
Give an example of an "I Statement:
I feel _____ when _____ because _____
What is one of the categories of hygiene?
Personal care, physical care, sleep
What does it mean to overgeneralize?
To assume that because something happened once, it will always be that way
What is one of the ingredients for happiness?
Self-Care, Gratitude, Acts of Kindness, Fulfilling Activities, Optimism, Mindfulness/Quiet Time, Purpose/Goals, Positive Relationships with friends/family
What is one type of boundary?
Physical, emotional, intellectual, material, time
What is one way to practice better sleep hygiene?
Establish a bedtime routine, avoid screens at night, keep the same sleep schedule daily, stay active during the day, etc.
What is something you can ask yourself to "untwist" your thinking?
Is this thought true/helpful? What evidence to I have to support this thought? How else can I look at this situation? etc.
What is one benefit of difficult emotions?
They can help show you what you need, they can inspire action/motivation, they can protect us, etc.
What is one way to stay safe online?
Check privacy settings, do not give away personal information, be aware of who you're talking to, etc.
What does the sleep stage R.E.M stand for?
Rapid Eye Movement