Healthy Choices- Red Ribbon Week
What is Red Ribbon Week?
-A week focused on healthy lifestyle choices
What is mindfulness?
Paying attention to our experiences so that we can act rather than react; being present in the current moment; not concerned about the past or the future.
What is the focus of Positive Psychology?
Positive psychology is centered on helping people become happier.
In what direction does the sun rise?
The sun RISES in the EAST.
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What is our Principal's name?
Mr. Mendoza
Daily Double Question: What is our Assistant Principal's name?
Name three health lifestyle choices when not in school.
Read a book, Go for a walk, Exercise, Eat healthy, Mindfulness, etc...
Where and when can you practice mindfulness?
You can practice mindfulness anywhere at any time.
Our _________ effect our Behaviors and Our _________ effect our Emotions
Emotions / Behaviors
How many states are there in the United States?
50
Name all 4 High School Teachers
Mr. Porfirio; Ms. Santos; Ms. Penney; Ms. Colescott
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What month is Red Ribbon Week?
October.
Daily Double Question: Which week in the month of October do we celebrate RRW?
Name 2 ways that a person’s body can react when they feel stressed.
Clenched fists; tight muscles; stomach hurts; anxious; feeling sick...
Name 3 reasons why the pursuit of happiness important
- Happier people are more sociable
- You will be more energetic
- You will likely have more rewarding, long lasting relationships
- You will be more productive in personal and professional lives
- You will be more resilient to stress and adversity
- You will be more likely to earn more money
- You will have stronger immune systems
- You will increase your chances of living longer
How many weeks are in a year?
52
Name one club that students have the opportunity to join at Marchus.
The leadership club
Who does Red Ribbon Week honor?
Enrique “Kiki” Camarena
Name 2 benefits of having a regular practice of mindfulness.
Improved mood; Better emotional control; Better relations with others; Improved attention and focus...
How much influence does life events have upon your happiness – none, a little, about half, a lot, all of it
A little - 10%
How many cards are in a deck of cards? (Not including jokers).
52
What does the acronym P.R.I.D.E. stand for?
P-Positive; R-Respectful; I-In Control; D-Dependable; E-Engaged
What was the name of Kiki Camarena's High School that he attended?
Calixico High School in Calexico, CA
Name 2 types of mindfulness exercises that we practiced this semester.
Mindfulness sit; sound; breath; heartfulness; thought; counting; pleasant/unpleasant
Name three of the five things that we discussed that you can do to improve your emotional well-being
-Manage Stress and Anxiety (Self-care)
-Have optimism about the future
-Focus on positive memories
-Care for Others / Express Gratitude
-Exercise
Who is the current Vice President of the United States?
Kamala Harris
Who is Marchus School named after?
Floyd I. Marchus