Mental Health
____ is the mental exercise of focusing your attention on the present moment.
Mindfulness
This vitamin is often called the "sunshine vitamin".
Vitamin D
Laughter stimulates the release of this mood-improving hormone.
Endorphins
This can be done in the evenings to create a healthy transition from your work life to your home life.
A slow-down or unwinding routine
This coping strategy involves setting limits on your time and energy with others.
Setting boundaries
This color is most commonly associated with calmness and stress-reduction.
Blue
Adults need this amount of sleep per night for optimal health.
These are key elements of self care for many people.
Engaging in hobbies and having time alone
A good work/life balance means _____.
You can be productive at work and have time for yourself and your family
You should ask yourself these questions when practicing self care.
How am I feeling right now? What does my body need in this moment?
You can take this self care action if you are feeling overwhelmed.
Take a break and check in with how you are feeling.
The human body is made up of ____ percentage of water.
60%
Not taking time for yourself can lead to ___.
Burnout, stress, and even health issues.
Balance is ____.
Not something you find, but something you create
These are the four dimensions of self care.
Physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well being.
____ is the official color for Mental Health Awareness.
Green
This is the weekly amount of recommended physical activity for adults.
150 minutes
It's okay to ____.
Say no to that extra hangout, or put your cell on 'do not disturb' for a while. In fact, it's more than okay- it's necessary!
Dolly Parton famously said this regarding work/life balance.
"Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life."
These are the benefits of self care, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.
Help in managing stress, lower the risk of illness, increase energy, and improve concentration.
This self care activity involves focusing on positive aspects of your life to boost your mood.
Practicing gratitude.
This snack provides a great balance of protein and carbs for post-workout recovery.
Greek yogurt
"Me" time is not ____.
Selfish or unproductive
One of the key components of creating work/life balance is to do this.
Create a designated workspace to delineate the boundaries between work time and personal time.
Meditation has many benefits, including ____.
Improved overall well being, increased creativity, boosted immune system, reduced stress and anxiety, increased self awareness, among many others!