Physical Self Care
Give two examples of physical self care you've done this week
Exercise/movement, healthy eating, sleep hygiene, physical hygiene, sexual health, medication compliance, stress management, attending medical/dental appointments.
Give an example of emotional self care you can practice at Denver Health.
Ask for a meeting with a psychologist, OT, SW, etc. Request quiet time. Talk to a BHT or nurse about your feelings. Ask for a journal. Spend time looking out a window in the sunshine. Make a call to someone kind.
How do you know you are comfortable in a relationship? A friend, significant other, family member, etc.
Usually it happens when you aren't afraid of their response, you feel comfortable venting to them, you don't feel judged, you can be your most genuine self
What can you do to take care of yourself, spiritually?
Meditate, do yoga, creative writing, journaling, pray, say affirmations, read poetry, lie down in nature, breathe fresh air
False! A sensory toolkit can be tangible, or just a list. It can have fancy items you buy at a store, or it can have basic things you can find in your home or can make.
True or false: You should always choose the healthiest option available.
Trick question - both! You want to choose healthier options as often as you can. But, treating yourself to a sweet or a more indulgent meal is totally fine. Having some "unhealthy" meals won't cause issues. Having ONLY unhealthy meals will!
Why is "identifying feelings" part of emotional self care? How can it help you
Identifying feelings helps you improve awareness, sense of self, stability, and understanding
Why do we need people?
Some of us do well alone. But in the end, it is always important to have someone - a doctor, a friend, family, etc. - who can provide our social needs for us.
What is burnout? How can you prevent it?
Burnout means being mentally exhausted from something that often is putting lots of pressure on you, happens repeatedly, or provides no benefit to you.
List one strategy for each sense that you can use to CALM yourself.
Smell lavender, take a bubble bath, listen to instrumental music, rock back and forth, etc.
Name some hazards of not drinking enough water.
Poor memory, attention, problem solving. Easily frustrated. Tired. Low energy. Dizzy. Decreased ability to lose weight. Not able to participate in desired activities.
You shouldn't let yourself feel negative emotions.
False! It's important to allow yourself to experience sadness, pain, frustration, anger, etc. These are natural human emotions. They shouldn't be thought of as entirely negative.
The people I like the be around have these 4 qualities:
Usually: humor, kindness, trustfulness, honesty, a sense of adventure, compassion, joyfulness, spontaneity, responsibility, ambition, determination
True or False:
Spiritual self care means believing in a higher power
False! Spiritual self care means being in touch with what is important to you, like values, beliefs, goals, ethics, etc. It could mean being in touch with your body, your environment, and your true self
What is interoception? Give an example!
This is being in tune with our internal body. This is knowing what it feels like to "have to go to the bathroom" or "be hungry." What does this feel like to you?
Talk to a doctor. Some medications are given to you for a reason, whether it is to prevent something bad or make something good happen. Other medications aren't necessary, but can be dangerous to quit all at once. Bad symptoms? There's almost always an alternative your doctor can prescribe instead!
What is the benefit of doing affirmations?
What is an example of something that can impact your social/relational self care
Isolation, conflict, social media, lying, sickness
How do you challenge your intellectual wellness?
Try solving word puzzles, crosswords, deductive reasoning puzzles, trying a new hobby, learning a new skill, reading a new topic, asking harder questions
List one strategy for each sense that you can use to ALERT yourself, or give yourself energy.
Chewing gum, sniffing peppermint, jumping jacks, pop music, watching action movies, etc.
Name 5 consequences of not getting enough sleep
Limit your ability to learn, listen, concentrate and solve problems. It can lead to aggressive or inappropriate behavior such as yelling at others. Your immune system is weakened. Your metabolism slows and you may gain weight/not lose weight as easily. Your physical appearance deteriorates.
Why are boundaries important?
Boundaries allow us to remain comfortable, identify our limitations, and express these to other people. It allows us to stay emotionally in control, respected, and calm.
Who is in your "trust circle"? How have they earned a spot in your trust circle?
These are people who you can rely on, you love, you trust, you respect. Most of the time they come into your life and stay there
How can intellectual wellness impact your health?
It keeps your brain firing and developing new neurons, which keeps it active and healthy. It can prevent dementia, mental illness, etc. It makes sure that you can make the best split second decisions/reactions in complicated situations (i.e., driving)
What does sensory defensive mean? What does sensory seeking mean?
Sensory defensive means you don't like certain textures, and are really sensitive to senses that feel bad. Sensory seeking means you crave sensory input, and love to have lots of sensations at once