Self-Care

HAVE

100

Name one way to get better sleep.

TRIPLE POINTS! 

Go to bed early.

Do not eat sugar or drink caffeine before bed. Relax before bed (read a book)

No screens 

200

Name one consequence of not getting enough sleep.

Limit your ability to learn, listen, concentrate and solve problems. Lack of sleep can lead to aggressive or inappropriate behavior such as yelling at others or being impatient.At a higher risk of getting sick.

300

Most people your age do not get enough sleep — one study found that only _____% reported sleeping 9 hours on school nights.

a. 15

b. 30

c. 87

DOUBLE POINTS

15%

400

You need about ___ hours of sleep each night to function best.

9-10 hours

A GREAT

100

What is positive self talk?

Positive self-talk is when you talk to yourself in a positive way, also known as encouraging words or positive mantras.

200

What is a coping skill?

DOUBLE POINTS!

Coping skills are things that we can do in-the-moment, when we are feeling lousy, to help us deal with our emotions and avoid getting overwhelmed

300

What is an example of negative self talk?

“I can’t believe I messed that up! I’m so bad at this.”

“I can’t do this.”

“What if people judge me?”

400

What is an example of Positive Self Talk?

“I’m learning and getting better.”

“I’m nervous, but I’ll do my best.”

SUMMER

100

Give an example of Self Care for your MIND?

Journaling, drawing, coloring, resting

200

Give an example of self care for your SOUL?

Nature walks, meditation/mindfulness, volunteering for organizations

300

Give an example of self care for your HEART?

Cuddling a pet, talking to someone, spending time with someone you love, doing something you love, laughing

400

Give an example of self care for your BODY?

DOUBLE POINTS!

Eating healthy, drinking water, biking, hiking, rollerblading, skating, swimming, running, dancing, sports, going outside

BONUS

100

Who is the best counselor ever?....

MRS. VAUGHN! 

200

What are some ways to deal with your emotions. 

talking to a friend, adult, someone you trust

use a coping skill

writing it down 

300

What are some consequences of keeping your emotions bottled up?

Emotional outbursts, don't communicate your feelings, feeling sad or mad. 

400

What are some dangers in using social networking sites that can affect your mental health?

DOUBLE POINTS!

Once a post is placed on the site it is permanent, even if this was deleted. Emotional outbursts online can damage relationships.