Have you been listening?
What chemical is referred to as the "mood stabilizer" ?
Serotonin
T/F: Dopamine is the reward chemical
True
When you are "allowing" what are you doing?
Observe your experience as if watching a movie. Let your thoughts, feelings, and sensations come and go as they are. Let go of any judgment—it is okay to feel however you are feeling. You may tell yourself, “This is how it is right now.”
What kind of shoes do breadsticks wear?
Loafers
The E part of ACCEPTS stands for what? And please give an example
Sad? Watch a happy movie
Anxious? practice deep breathing
Angry? Go for a walk
Which happy chemical is released when we are feeling physical pain to give you a brief moment of excitement as a survival mechanism?
endorphins
True or False: ACCEPTS is a technique used to aid in effective communication
False
What do you call a pig that does Karate?
A pork chop!
What are the 5 steps to deal with emotional baggage?
1. Write an honest list of the thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that weigh you down.
2. Reflect on each item and identify the source of the thought/belief
3. Find at least one positive in each hurtful experience/situation.
4. Create affirmations to foster change and counteract negative thoughts.
5. Practice patience and mindfulness.
What does SSRI stand for?
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
What does RAIN stand for?
Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture
What do you call an angry carrot?
A steamed veggie
What does BPS stand for in the "BPS Model of Addiction"
Bio-psycho-social
Which chemical is known as the love hormone? and what are 2 ways to release it?
Oxytocin--- Yoga - Listening to music - Getting or giving a massage - Spending time with friends - Engaging in conversations
Give 2 examples of sensations you can create
Cold shower, holding ice, drinking something hot, eating something spicy/sour.
Why can’t you hear a pterodactyl going to the bathroom?
Because the “P” is silent
Please name 3 benefits of practicing gratitude
Reduces aggression and enhances empathy
Improves quality of sleep
You cope better in tough and difficult times
You have a better relationship with your friends and family
Decreases pain
Improves physical health
Improves self esteem and confidence
What are the happy chemicals?
dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin and endorphins
What does ACCEPTS stand for?
Activities, Contributing, Comparisons, Emotions, Pushing Away, Thoughts, Sensations.
Why do cows have hooves and not feet?
they lactose