Mindfulness
What does it mean to be mindful
To be aware of and focused on the present moment
What do MUPS stand for/mean?
Things that "Mess You Up"
A coping skills that messes you up or affects you negatively
What are two ways to soothe yourself?
Any thing that calms your five senses
Name at least one of the three states of mind
Emotion, Reasonable, Wise
What is one way to practice mindfulness?
Deep Breaths
Do a RAP
Focus on your present feelings
Focus on one thought at a time
Others?
What are two healthy ways to distract yourself?
Listen to music, talk to a friend, play a game, drink water.... many others
What is the body's alarm system?
Flight, fright, freeze!
Give an example of an activity you could do mindfully
Anything!
Name at least 3 emotions someone might feel if they were "Losing It"
Many options!
True or False:
Anger and sadness are bad emotions
False! No emotions are bad, they are all just clues into our feelings and experiences
What is an example of a MUP?
drinking, smoking, over-eating, cursing, fighting, over sleeping, self-harm, withdrawing
What are two opposite reactions to trauma (hint: think about the bottles)
What is shutting down and withdrawing (flat) or exploding
In RAP, what does the A stand for?
Aware
What's an emotional leftover?
Things from the past that you haven't deal with!
What does the O in LET M Go stand for?
Options!
What are at least two of the steps of MAKE A LINK?
Mindfully connect, Act confident, Keep a calm and gentle manner, Express interest, Ask for what you want, Let them know you get their point of view, Include your feelings, Negotiate, Keep your self respect