Cognitive Health
How can we exercise our brain?
-reading
-problem solving practice
-critical thinking questions
What are some foods with natural sugar?
Fruits like apples, strawberries, grapes etc
How can we show appreciation?
saying thank you, doing a favor for another person
How do you show kindness to others?
being inclusive, complimenting them, asking them how they are doing, sharing etc
How does nature contribute to our health?
growing plants to eat, cleaning the air to breathe, sunshine and vitamin D
How are games good for your brain?
-strategizing to win
-working with teammates
-socializing with others
What are some ways we protect ourself from getting sick?
washing hands, wearing a mask, social distancing, covering our mouth when we cough or sneeze
Laughing releases what chemical into our body?
endorphins; these make you feel happy. what makes you happy?
being cautious of questions we ask, knock before entering a room, being safe on the internet with our personal information
What is the role of your conscience?
helps you decide between right and wrong
When you know all the words to a song, you have done what with the lyrics?
memorized
How much should we exercise daily?
recommended 60 min per day. what are different ways we can exercise?
when you are looking on the positive side of things, you are being what?
optimistic.
What kinds of families can people have?
immediate blood relation family, adopted parents and siblings, foster families, friends who are like family, living with grandparents or aunts/uncles, etc
How can we practice curiosity?
Asking questions about things we don't know about
How many hours of sleep should we get per night?
8 hours
What kind of scents are good for improving our mood?
Burgamont, lavender, lemon, eucalyptus etc; what other smells make you happy?
What do you do to show love for others?
giving gifts, spending time with them, giving hugs, telling them you love them, doing them a favor