Physical Self Care
This is doing something I can do for a brief time before returning back to something that is challenging
What is a distraction or a break?
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)
What are some ways to manage stress?
exercise
meditate
talk to teachers/adults
yoga
This allows me to move my body and can help regulate my body
What is movement or exercise?
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
What are some ways our bodies show stress?
headaches
upset stomach
nausea
trouble sleeping
Name one consequence of not getting enough sleep
-limits your ability to learn/concentrate
-Crankiness
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.
What is an example of positive self talk?
-I love who I am
-Today will be a good day
-I am healthy and strong
Name two ways you take care of yourself that involves a physical activity.
-walking
-yoga
-stretching
-exercise
-cleaning
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.
What is being fully present by paying attention to what you are doing and what is happening around you?
How often should you exercise?
-At least 60 minutes 3-5 times a week
-Best is at least 30 minutes a day
Tell me an example of how you can express your emotions to someone appropriately.
use your words in a positive way
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.
This is saying kind and helpful things about myself
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