Physical Health
How many hours of sleep per night does a middle school student need?
9 to 10 hours
What is stress?
Feelings of tension, anxiety, discomfort, etc. Stress is your body reacting to a challenge or demand
What are some emotions or feelings you might experience during the school day?
Happiness and excitement (hopefully), anger, frustration, sadness, etc.
True or False? It is okay to touch someone without their permission.
FALSE
How do we show ourselves self love?
Self love can be positive affirmations, resting and setting healthy boundaries that make us feel safe and comfortable.
Name a benefit of exercising.
Improved mood, strengthened body, increased energy, better sleep, maintain healthy weight, etc.
What are some physical signs of stress?
Headache, upset stomach, fidgeting, increased breath or heartbeat, illness, etc.
If you're feeling angry, what are some techniques you can use to help with those feelings?
Deep breaths, squeeze a stress ball, punch a pillow, yell into a pillow, perspective-taking, etc.
How can you start a conversation with someone at school?
Ask about their interests, ask an icebreaker question (like "Would you rather...?"), give a compliment, comment on something in the environment ("Wow, check out that cute dog on the sidewalk!")
Name 3 Self love activities that help you?
Anything that is personal.
What type of foods should you eat if you want to have a healthy diet?
Fruits and veggies, whole grains, lean meats (fish and chicken), etc.
How can you reduce feelings of stress?
Deep breaths, exercise, take a brain break, do a favorite activity, go outside, etc. Talk to a friend or family member.
What is mindfulness?
Being aware of what you are feeling or thinking.
Name ways to show respect to others/peers.
Listen & Be present
Be thoughtful of other's feelings
Acknowledge others (use manners: thank you, etc.)
Make decisions based on what is right, not who you like
What is Self-Love?
Self-love, defined as "love of self" or "regard for one's own happiness or advantage", has been conceptualized both as a basic human necessity.
Name one consequence or effect of too little sleep.
What can you do if you feel stressed about a school assignment?
Ask a teacher or friend for help, break the assignment into smaller steps, work for ten minutes then take a two minute break, etc.
How does writing relate to emotional health?
You can write your feelings in a letter or a diary
What are some signs a person is not interested in what you're talking about?
They look away, they give short responses, their body is turned away from you, etc.
True or False, Does Self -Love require boundaries for oneself?
True
Name one way to get better sleep.
Have a bedtime routine, turn off electronics 1 hour before bed, warm bath/shower, herbal tea (no caffeine), reading, etc.
What are some techniques if you're feeling distracted or stressed at school in general?
Hand-held fidgets, talk to a teacher or support staff, get back on track, eliminate the distraction as much as possible, ask to change seats if you need to. Move to another area in the house.
When feeling strong emotions, why is it important to think before you act?
If you're angry/sad/upset, you might hurt someone's feelings (or yourself)!
Billy has a crush on Shannon. He spends a lot of time staring at her in class. Once, he poked Shannon's arm with his finger over and over to get her attention. What did Billy do wrong?
Invaded personal space without asking, engaged in uncomfortable or unwanted behaviors
True or False? Self-love may not happen overnight. But with time, it will settle itself into your heart and mind?
True