Dimensions of Wellness
What is physical wellness?
Focuses on the physical body through healthy eating habits and physical activity.
What is belly breathing?
A breathing exercise that uses the diaphragm or belly.
Name one possible cause of stress.
Relationships, work, finances, family
What are the benefits of exercise?
Doing this 3 days a week decreases stress, increases energy levels and improves happiness
What is 988?
An anonymous hotline someone can call or text.
What is financial wellness?
Focuses on the ability to effectively manage their income, expenses, savings, and investments.
What is box breathing?
The act of breathing in the form of a box. Inhale, hold, exhale, hold.
Where can you go for support in a crisis?
Hospital, supportive family/friends, counselors/ therapist, call/text hotline
Why is laughter important for wellness?
This increases the release of “feel-good” endorphins and can lower blood pressure
What services do Butte County Behavioral Health provide?
The local crisis services in Butte County
What is intellectual wellness?
Focuses on the active pursuit of knowledge, creativity, and critical thinking.
What is journaling?
Reduce the impact of stressful events by capturing thoughts and emotions on paper
True or False: Therapy can be a helpful tool in dealing with mental health challenges.
TRUE
What is mindfulness?
The practice of pausing, breathing, and just “being” is essential to our well-being and mental health, helping us reduce stress, worry less and enhance feelings of resiliency
Who can someone go to if they are going through a crisis?
A close friend, family member, loved one, therapist, or mental health provider
What is social wellness?
Focuses on the ability to form and maintain positive relationships with others.
What is expressive art therapy?
Singing, dancing, or music can help manage anxiety, improve mood, and boost brain function
Why don’t some people share negative feelings such as sadness, being hurt, frustration?
They are worried about being judged, or laughed at or seen as vulnerable. This can be due to the stigma around dealing with our mental health.
How many hours of sleep is recommended a night?
It is recommended to get 7 to 9 hours a night.
What is the friendship line?
Resource that was created for older adults for emotional support and friendly conversations. 1-888-670-1360
What is emotional wellness?
Focuses on the ability to understand, accept, and manage emotions effectively.
Why is it important to talk to a trusted friend, family, or therapist?
Sharing negative emotions and issues with someone we can trust can reduce stress and physical distress.
Name 3 things you can do to help a friend who thinks they may have a mental health problem.
Listen to them, spend time with them, encourage them to seek help, help them make appointments/go with them. If it is serious then tell someone else
What is the benefit of getting outside?
Nature and sunlight improves our mood, restores the spirit, and improves our focus and clarity
What is 988lifeline.org?
A website that provides 24/7 support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.