Culture
What Nepali Holiday celebrates the Festival of Lights?
Tihar or Diwali
How many hours of sleep do you need every day?
7-9 hours
Kutu ma kutu....
Supari Dana
The feeling of being nervous and excited at the same time.
Anxiety
What is the most popular Nepali food?
Momo
What is the traditional, curved knife used by Gurkha soldiers?
Khukri
What kind of activity reduces stress and boosts mood?
Exercise and Physical Activity
Kehi Mitho....
Bata Gara
This mental health condition is just as common as diabetes in the U.S.
Depression
This mental health condition is caused by witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event which leads to severe anxiety and flash backs
PTSD
What is the name of the beautiful lake by which Pokhara lies?
Phewa Tal
This practice involves focusing the mind to reach a calm and clear emotional state.
Meditation
Saathi ko lagi yo hath salam...
Dusman ko lagi yo hath falam
This "stress hormone" is released by the adrenal glands during a "fight or flight" response.
Cortisol
Name two "unhealthy" coping skills people sometimes use.
Yelling at others, social media scrolling.
What myth stops immigrant families from talking openly about mental health?
That mental health is shameful and seeking help dishonors the family
What is a mind-body practice that originated in ancient India that focuses on stretching, meditation and breathing techniques?
Yoga
Hey boys Don't Talk to me
k lai chaiyo yearling, kaanai timro oho oho
This neurotransmitter is primarily responsible for regulating mood, sleep, and appetite.
Serotonin
What is the national bird of Nepal?
Danphe
What mythical creature is said to live in Himalayas but has never been found?
Yeti
Researchers suggest that holding a hug for how many seconds for maximum benefit?
20 seconds
Pachim kohi purba ghar..
Aagan ta autai ho..
This almond-shaped part of the brain is the "alarm system" responsible for processing emotions like fear and triggering the fight-or-flight response.
The Amygdala
How many years ahead is the Nepali Bikram Sammat Calendar?
56 Years