Emotions
This emotion often tells us that something we value or expect has been lost.
Sadness
True or false: Resilient people never struggle after difficult life events
False
True or False: Research suggests self-compassion makes people lazy and lowers motivation
False
Mindfulness is paying attention on purpose to this
The present moment
True or False: Drinking enough water can improve energy, mood, and concentration.
True
This emotion evolved to help us notice danger and prepare our body to respond.
Fear (or Anxiety)
What is one of the strongest predictors of resilience according to decades of research?
Supportive relationships/social connections
Self-kindness
This simple body process is commonly used as an anchor during mindfulness exercises.
True or false: Self care isn't just about comfort - it also includes doing difficult things that support your future self.
True
According to psychologist Paul Ekman, these are the six emotions originally identified as being recognized across cultures. (Most correct answers wins)
Happiness, Sadness, Fear, Anger, Surprise, and Disgust
Coping
Self-compassion reduces this unhelpful motivational style.
Self-criticism
Mindfulness encourages observing thoughts without doing this.
Judging them
Getting enough of this basic biological need improves mood, memory, immune function, and resilience.
Sleep
Research suggests that trying to completely eliminate unwanted emotions often has this paradoxical effect.
They become stronger or more persistent
Seeing difficulties as opportunities to learn rather than reasons to quit is called this type of mindset.
Growth mindset
Studies consistently find that people high in self-compassion tend to experience lower levels of these two common mental health concerns.
Anxiety and depression
This mindfulness practice involves slowly moving attention through different areas of the body.
Body scan
Saying "no" to protect your time is an example of setting these.
Boundaries
This psychological skill means recognising, naming, and understanding our emotions without immediately reacting to them.
Emotional awareness or emotional literacy
What is the name for conditions or attributes that help buffer against risks and lower the effects of stress, trauma, or other challenges?
Protective factors. Examples: Supportive relationships, access to education, emotional literacy, healthy coping skills.
According to Kristin Neff, self-compassion has these three core components
Self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness
The practice of intentionally paying attention to sights, sounds, smells, and sensations is called this.
Grounding
Name activities that cost little or no money but improve well-being. (Most answers wins)
A few examples: Walking, reading, meditation, journaling, stretching, volunteering, listening to music, watching a sunset, drawing.