Physical Self Care
How often should you brush your teeth, floss and complete hygiene (wash your face, change your clothes, etc.)?
Twice a day
True or False: it is ok to cry.
True! Crying can be a healthy way to release emotions and express how you are feeling.
True or False: Self Care is selfish and is a luxury.
NO! Self Care is a necessity!
What is one self care practice in your relationships you can use when you are feeling overwhelmed or have too much to do?
Learn to say No (nicely)
First person to say an appropriate affirmation to a member on the other team earns their team points (Without Yelling)
and...... GO!
Name two ways that taking care of yourself includes food
-cooking yourself food
-eating food
-grocery shopping
-preparing meals
-eating with family/friends
Name one way you take care of your self that involves emotions.
-Crying
-Reaching out to a friend
-Journaling
-Positive self talk/Affirmations
-Process emotions with self or trusted adult
True or False: Self care is a one time practice
False! Self care is an ongoing practice
Name one way you can practice self care in your relationships (Friends, Family etc.)
-Communicate
-Set Boundaries
-Ask for help
-Be vulnerable/honest
The team with the most people who did cleaning this afternoon
We will confirm this with staff, no cheating!
Name one consequence of not getting enough sleep
-limits your ability to learn/concentrate
-memory loss (memory storage is compromised)
-Crankiness (leads to aggression or inappropriate behavior that can affect relationships)
-Can worsen depression
-Muscle recovery/cell healing is impaired
What is something that is not emotional self care?
- Bottling up emotions
- Not expressing how you feel (in an appropriate way)
- Forcing yourself not to cry when upset
- Not taking a break or time to process
- Yelling at someone when you are upset or blaming them for your feelings (only you control your feelings/reaction, if someone hurt you then communicate that their actions have upset you)
True or False: Self Care isn't always fun and easy.
True! Sometimes self care includes doing things that are good for yourself but aren't fun or exciting (like exercising when you don't want to or going to therapy or processing something you would rather leave alone)
When you take care of your self, how does it effect your relationships with others?
-Less conflict.
-More joy.
-Less isolation.
-More connection.
-Better boundaries.
First team to share a positive coping skill from each team member
Stay in your team so I can see you.
Name two ways you take care of yourself that involves a physical activity.
-walking
-yoga
-stretching
-exercise
-cleaning
-progressive muscle relaxation
Name one workable coping skill to use when you are angry.
-Take a break
-Rip paper (or something similar)
-Exercise/Using punching bags
-Scream/yell (in an appropriate place like outside or my personal favorite: Scream sing)
-Shower to cool off
True or false: Self care is just "treating yourself", including a full day of pampering and doing whatever you like.
False: Self care isnt always easy. While watching TV all day or eating and entire pint of ice cream is nice, I can lead to unhealthy habits or avoiding other self care
Name a way that you take care of yourself that involves friends or family.
-Spending time with them.
-Calling someone when you are lonely or upset.
-Sharing a meal with your family.
-Inviting friends over for a party.
-Having good boundaries.
Each team member give a positive response for what drinking tea is good for?
Self soothing, meditation, calming down, deep breathing, TIP skills, listening to music, interpersonal communication, bonding, taking a walk, talking to therapist, talking to parents, using positive coping skills.
How often should you exercise?
-At least 60 minutes 3-5 times a week
-Best is at least 30 minutes a day
Role play (or tell me) an example of how you can express your emotions to someone appropriately.
Best one wins points for their team (1 person each)
True or False: Self care is an individual activity and doesn't include others in your self care plan.
False. Self care doesnt mean having to isolate, it can be good to include others in your plan or reach out to others when needed.
Role play (or tell me) an example of how to appropriately set boundaries with someone.
Best one wins points (1 person from each team)
What is an example of self-care that you can do weekly?
-Participate in hobbies
-take a break from screens (TV etc.)
-find something to laugh about
-talk to friends/parent
-Face masks or other pampering items
-Set goals for the week