Mindfulness
What does it mean to be mindful?
To be aware and fully present in the moment
What is a trigger?
Reminder of something painful from the past
When should we use distract/self-soothe strategies?
When we're not in danger and we can't immediately solve the problem, but we're emotionally dysregulated.
Name 3 ways our emotions affect us physically
Headache, stomach ache, shaking hands, fast heart beat...
What is the name of the check-in/out thermometer we use?
SOS
Why did we shake up seltzer bottles?
To show what can happen when we keep things bottled up inside.
When is it not a good idea to use MAKE a LINK?
When either of you is too escalated, you could be in danger, or you don't have time to talk
What is one way to distract yourself?
Many options
What is the difference between being angry and losing your temper?
What you do
Name one mindfulness activity we did in group
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What are ways of coping that can mess you up called?
MUPs
What are some not so good ways to try to get what you want?
Begging, yelling, fighting...
Name the senses you use to self-soothe
Touch, sound, smell, taste, seeing
What is wise mind?
When you're able to listen to both rational & emotional mind
Name 1 "How skill" that is important for mindfulness
Don't judge, stay focused, do what works
What does the "L" stand for in LET'M GO?
Losing it- why am I losing it or what are my trigger?
How should you approach someone when MAKE(ing) a LINK
Mindfully connect, Act confident, Keep a calm & gentle manner, Express interest
What are 2 ways you can self-soothe?
5-4-3-2-1, eat something mindfully, look at calming pictures, listen to music, touch something soft...
What's the difference between trauma and normal stress?
Feelings are more extreme & stay heightened even after the danger has passed. Fight/flight/freeze system kicks in (big red button) & stays on. Thinking challenges.
What does SOS stand for?
Slow down, orient, self-check
Doing drugs, overeating, picking fights, and risky behavior are examples of...
MUPs
Give an example of a time you used one of the skills you learned in group.
How would you choose between distract/self-soothe?
Whatever your preference is/what's available
Cursing, threatening, and belittling people is called...
Emotional abuse