1.Mental Health & Emotions
True or False: Someone can struggle with depression even if they laugh, smile and appear happy.
True. Depression isn’t always visible.
True or False: Ignoring someone on purpose to punish them is a healthy way to handle conflict.
False. This can be an unhealthy communication behavior.
Name three healthy coping skills that don’t cost money.
Walking, journaling, breathing exercises, listening to music, stretching, meditation or talking to a trusted person.
True or False: You can love someone and still need boundaries with them.
True.
True or False: Being grateful means you should never complain about your life.
False. Gratitude and difficult emotions can exist together.
What is it called when someone constantly thinks about the same situation, usually focusing on negative thoughts?
Rumination.
What is the difference between taking space to calm down and giving someone the silent treatment?
Taking space is communicating that you need time to regulate your emotions. The silent treatment involves withholding communication to punish or control someone.
True or False: Avoiding your problems always makes your stress go away.
False. Avoidance may temporarily reduce discomfort but can make problems worse over time.
What is a red flag in a relationship?
A warning sign of potentially unhealthy, harmful or disrespectful behavior.
Name three things you can appreciate that don’t involve money or material possessions.
Health, friendship, kindness, peace, personal growth, laughter, etc.
What is the difference between stress and anxiety?
Stress is often a response to a specific pressure or situation. Anxiety involves worry or fear that may continue even without an immediate threat.
What is people-pleasing?
Consistently putting other people’s wants or approval ahead of your own needs, often because you’re afraid of rejection or conflict.
What is grounding, and why is it helpful?
Grounding is a technique that helps bring your attention back to the present moment, especially during anxiety or emotional distress.
What is gaslighting?
A pattern of manipulation that causes someone to question their memory, perception or understanding of reality.
Why might Thanksgiving be emotionally difficult for some people?
Grief, loneliness, family conflict, financial stress, trauma, separation or difficult memories.
What is emotional regulation?
The ability to recognize, understand and manage emotions in healthy ways.
Someone constantly blames others for their mistakes and refuses to take responsibility. What unhealthy behavior are they demonstrating?
Lack of accountability or blame-shifting.
What is the difference between a healthy distraction and emotional avoidance?
A healthy distraction provides temporary relief so you can return to the issue. Emotional avoidance involves repeatedly escaping feelings or problems without addressing them.
What is the difference between a boundary and trying to control another person?
A boundary describes what you will or won’t participate in. Control involves trying to force another person to behave a certain way.
What is the difference between genuine gratitude and toxic positivity?
Genuine gratitude acknowledges good things without denying struggles. Toxic positivity pressures people to ignore negative feelings and remain positive.
Someone gets extremely angry over something small. What are two possible reasons their reaction might be bigger than the situation?
Built-up stress, unresolved emotions, trauma triggers, poor emotional regulation, lack of sleep or feeling overwhelmed.
Name three unhealthy habits that can negatively affect emotional wellness.
Negative self-talk, substance misuse, isolation, avoiding problems, poor sleep habits, unhealthy relationships or constantly comparing yourself to others.
Name four different areas of your life that can be affected when you consistently neglect self-care.
Physical health, mental health, relationships, work, finances, sleep or daily responsibilities.
Someone repeatedly disrespects your boundaries, apologizes and continues doing the same thing. What are two healthy ways to respond?
Clearly communicate your boundaries, follow through with consequences you control, seek support or reconsider the relationship.
Someone tells you they’re struggling during the holidays, but another person responds, “You should just be grateful for what you have.” Why might that response be harmful?
It dismisses someone’s feelings and may make them feel guilty or ashamed for struggling.