Zen Den Expectations
True or False: One of the expectations of the Zen Den is treating property with respect.
True!
_______________ is always an option.
Easy seat is always an option. If you can't do a pose, you can always sit in easy seat while remaining quiet.
When you want to see Ms. Bridgette, Ms. Anna, or Ms. Megan, you....
A. Run to the counseling office.
B. Scream.
C. Fill out either a meeting request or a social request.
C. Fill out either a meeting request or a social request.
Name a coping skill!
Listening to music, breathing exercises, intense exercise, challenging our thoughts, counting, etc.
True or false: Ms. Bridgette once had a forehead tattoo, but got it removed.
TRUE....just kidding, false. :)
True or False: Before using an item, you should ask for permission.
True!
In mindful movement, it is important to stay on your
A. Bottom
B. Mat
C. Face
B. Mat
When you need help or want to talk about a problem, you fill out a ____________ request.
A. Meeting
B. Social
C. Banana
A. Meeting
True or False: Mental health problems are just as real as getting a cold.
True!
Two truths and a lie....which is the lie?
Ms. Megan...
A. Can ride a unicycle
B. Was born with light brown hair
C. Once wanted to be a cop.
B. is a LIE.
True or False: It is ok to go through Ms. Megan, Ms. Bridgette, and Ms. Anna's desks/take things off of their desk.
FALSE. Unless you receive permission, hands off!
True or False: the purpose of mindful movement is to do the poses as FAST as you can.
False.
When you want to visit with the mental health counselors, but don't necessarily need help, you fill out a ______________ request.
A. Meeting
B. Social
C. Turkey
B. Social
You have been told bad news and you are frustrated and confused. What would happen if you don't talk about your feelings?
Feel hurt inside, can't focus, become more angry, take it out on others, etc.
Two truths and a lie. Which one is the lie?
Ms. Bridgette....
1. Enjoys eating dried grasshoppers
2. Took classical piano lessons for 8 years
3. Will not eat creamed corn
1. Enjoys eating dried grasshoppers
What kind of language should you use in the Zen Den?
Kind, school-appropriate words.
Breathe in through your ______________, out through your __________________.
Nose, Mouth
True or False: If you fill out a meeting or social request to see one of the counselors, they will see you immediately.
False, we may have other sessions scheduled or emergencies. We will see you as soon as we can.
Which of these affect our mental health?
A. What we eat.
B. Our sleeping habits
C. What we think
D. All of the above
E. A and B
D. All of the above!
Two truths and a lie. Which is the lie?
Ms. Anna.....
1. Lived in Rhode Island
2. Just bought a house
3. Makes amazing Italian food
1. Lived in Rhode Island
Name another expectation for the Zen Den.
Follow directions, hands to self, on-task, etc.
What is one thing you can do to earn prize box after mindful movement?
True or False: If you request a mental health counselor, you will always get to see them in the Zen Den.
False, we may need to find a different space if the room is being used, or based on what is needed for you to stay on task.
True or False: Video games cause mental illness.
False: Video games do not cause mental illness, BUT too much screen time can have a negative impact on your mental health - so try to limit the amount of time you spend on your screens.
Two truths and a lie. Which is the lie?
Ms. Beth....
1. Was born in California
2. Is a veteran
3. Has a dog named Radar
3. Has a dog named Radar