Areas of Self-Care
This area of self-care has us taking actions that nurture our bodies and include strategies such as exercising, getting good sleep, and eating healthy
Physical Self-Care
Name one way to get better sleep
Go to bed earlier, meditate, have a set sleep schedule, create a sleep routine
What are some benefits of doing mental self-care?
Helps manage stress, lower risk of illness, increase your energy
True or False: Setting Boundaries is a form of emotional self-care
True! Setting boundaries while at times difficult, is necessary to protect your feelings and emotional space. They allow you to decide how much emotional energy you are willing to give to others and prevent emotional overload.
What are some activities that can improve your spiritual self-care?
Sacred fire, longhouse, connecting to water, using traditional medicines, spending time in nature
This area of self-care has us be aware of and identifying our feelings, and then channeling those feelings in a way that benefits our overall wellness
Emotional Self-Care
True or False: Multiple studies have shown that practicing yoga can decrease the secretion of cortisol, the primary stress hormone
True! Practicing yoga reduces cortisol levels, therefore reducing the negative side effects that stress can have on the body including muscle soreness and tension, headaches, and other negative physical side effects
What are some activities you can do to mentally destress?
Yoga, meditation, journaling, exercise, spending time in nature, painting
True or False: Journaling not only enhances feelings of happiness, but reduces stress, clarifies thoughts and feelings, and ultimately helps you understand yourself better
True! Journaling helps control symptoms of mood by helping individuals prioritize their problems, fears, and concerns. It can help us gain control of our emotions and improve our mental health.
True or False: Spirituality has different meanings for everyone and doesn't have to be practiced in only one way
True! Our spirituality is often influenced by our culture, our perception (views), and the beliefs we grew up with. We get to decide what feels right when practicing spiritual self-care
This area of self-care is designed to create a healthy mind by practicing brain-stimulating activities and healthy mental behaviours
Mental Self-Care
The national sleep foundation recommends __ hours of sleep a night for teens aged 13-18
8-10 hours. For kids aged 6-12 they need 9-12 hours! Do you get enough sleep?
What are three positive affirmations you can say to yourself to improve your mental self-care and self-worth?
I am strong, I am smart, I have the strength to overcome any obstacle, I have gotten through tough times I can do it again, I am worthy of love
Emotional wellness includes positive self-talk. Think of 3 positive words that describe someone on the other team
Example: thoughtful, smart, helpful, funny, easy to talk to...
Name at least 1 thing that gives you purpose
There is no correct answer! Everyone's purpose is determined by their own values, wants, and desires in life
This area of self-care is designed to promote our connection to our deepest self, our culture, and finding our sense of purpose
Spiritual Self-Care
What are the food group categories and what percentage of your plate should be filled with vegetables as recommended by Canada's Food Guide?
Name a person who is part of your support system
No wrong answers! You get to decide who is in your circle or trust and a part of your support system
What are some ways to deal with your emotions?
Talk it out with a safe person, write it out, dance it off, find a safe space to express your emotions in a safe and productive manner
Why is finding your purpose important?
A healthy sense of purpose helps you to put events into perspective, focus on the things that are meaningful to you, and to move on from negative events and enjoy life
Physical - Playing sports, brushing teeth, sleep, eating healthy
Emotional - Painting, playing music, crying, journaling
Mental - Meditation, taking a screen break, doing a puzzle
Spiritual - attending longhouse, spending time in nature, smudging
What are the physical health benefits of exercise?
Improves attention and memory, better sleep, improves blood pressure, reduces risk of depression, strengthens bones and muscles, reduces risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, regulates body weight
True or False: Affirmations can strengthen us by helping us believe in the potential of an action we desire to manifest
True! When we verbally affirm our dreams and ambitions, we are instantly empowered with a deep sense of reassurance that our wishful words will become our reality. This also helps give us confidence when negative thoughts pop up
What is a consequence of having unbalanced emotional wellness or bottling up your emotions?
Emotional outbursts, feeling overwhelmed or angry or sad and not being able to cope with these feelings, destructive behaviour, fighting, etc.
True or False: By being in nature, you're able to disconnect from the noise of everyday life, connect with your senses, and be in solitude. It can also help with mindfulness.
True! A respectful relationship with Mother Earth is central to Haudenosaunee people and necessary for us to have healthy minds, bodies, and spirits. We were given the t4eachings of the Ganohonyohk (Thanksgiving Address) so we could know how to respect all the different parts of Mother Earth.