Physical Self Care
give an example of physical self care
Exercise/movement, healthy eating, sleep hygiene, physical hygiene, sexual health, medication compliance, stress management, attending medical/dental appointments.
What is emotional self care?
Identifying feelings, patterns of emotions, identifying stressors, setting boundaries, developing an outlet for emotional expression.
Having a supportive network or community of people to rely on for guidance and support.
Q: True or False: Spiritual self-care practices can look different for everyone.
A: TRUE! (spiritual practices are deeply personal)
Q: True or False: Intellectual self-care means you have to get good grades.
A: FALSE (taking care of your brain doesn't have anything to do with your grades!)
Give two examples of physical self care you've done this week
Exercise/movement, healthy eating, sleep hygiene, physical hygiene, sexual health, medication compliance, stress management, attending medical/dental appointments.
Give an example of emotional self care you can practice
ask for support, meet with therapist, take a walk with staff or by yourself, ask for coping skills reminders, practicing coping strategies
name a support system you have? Describe why this is
NA, AA, CMA, Church, Gym,
Q: What is one way you've personally (or seen others) engage in spirituality?
A: Thinking about beliefs, talking about values, prayer, being part of spiritual community, family/cultural celebrations
Q: What is one way you like to challenge yourself?
A:
Describe a healthy "self care" bedtime regimen
8 hours, no phone, relaxed mind
explain how you set boundaries and why
any
Who is in your "trust circle"? Who do you identify as your major support system
My parents, significant other, siblings, sponsor
Q: Define spiritual self-care. Give an example of how you practice this personally
A: Spiritual self-care involves recognition of the values and beliefs that guide your life.
Q: Define intellectual self-care
A: Intellectual self-care practices involve continued learning and self-development.
Why is eating part of physical self care? Give 2 examples of how you eat healthy
any
Why is "identifying feelings" part of emotional self care? How can it help you
Identifying feelings helps you improve awareness, sense of self, stability, and understanding
why does "social self care" include social media ?
Cyber bullying can take place on social media as well as idealistic personas shared on social media can make people feel less than
Q: List 3 ways to practice spiritual self-care
A: Mindfulness, yoga, culturally-based spiritual practices, prayer, journaling
Q: What is 1 example of something that can impact your intellectual health?
A: Limited access to educational opportunities, inability to try new things, lack of access to resources
Name 4 examples of physical self care
Exercise, eating, sleep, washing hair, brushing teeth, going to doctors, taking vitamins
What is an outlet you use for "emotional expression"
journaling, going to therapy, music, writing songs
What is an example of something that can impact your social/relational self care
isolation, conflict, social media, bullying
Q: What is 1 example of something that can impact your spiritual health?
A: Negative beliefs about self/other, limited access to spiritual community
Q: List 3 ways to practice intellectual self-care
A: Trying new things, engaging in a learning process, challenging yourself, personal development, practicing a growth/positive mindset