Communication Skills
What is a good way to communicate to a staff member that you are feeling overwhelmed at group?
Asking for a break, asking for headphones, letting them know that you feel overwhelmed, etc.
What is your favorite way to be active?
Walk my dog!
1. Journaling
2. Meditation
3. Deep Breathing
True or False: You have six senses.
False
What was your favorite group skill to learn about?
Points for participation!
What is an example of body language? How can we use body language to communicate?
EX: My friend is crossing their arms, not speaking, and looking at the ground. I can read their body language and assume that something might be wrong.
What is an example of keeping our minds active?
Doing something that challenges our minds. Examples: writing, drawing, trivia, homework, reading
Why is it important to try and control feelings through calmness?
Helps calm yourself down so your feelings do not becoming overwhelming.
Why is it important to use our senses?
Being aware of our senses can help us know when we are getting overwhelmed and it can help us be mindful by paying attention to our surroundings
What skill did we work on when we performed puppet shows?
Communication
What are "Facial Expressions" and how do we use them to communicate?
Facial Expressions are used to communicate feelings like confusion, sadness, excitement, etc.
Why is it important to stay active?
Movement improves mental health by reducing anxiety, negative mood, and improving self-esteem, sleep, and concentration
When should we be zen or mindful?
Stressful situations
During intense feelings (anger, sadness, anxiety)
What happens when we take a sense away? (Example: we have to close our eyes while eating)
It enhances our other senses, like taste.
What skill did we work on when we completed worksheets?
Keeping My Mind and Body Healthy
List 5 ways to stay active.
1. Go for walk
2. Play sports
3. Play with friends
4. Go for a run
5. Create things (games, art, etc)
What does it mean to be "Zen" or "Mindful"?
Zen: Peace and Calm
Mindfulness: Awareness of surroundings. Accepting feelings, thoughts, sensations
How could our senses cause feelings?
If I smell something I don't like, I might get annoyed or grossed out.
What craft did we make during our Coping skills week?
Breathing Sticks (pipe cleaners and beads)
Tone of voice is the way our voice sounds when talking. It can be used to communicate feelings of anger, sadness, joy, etc.
What happens when we lay on the couch all day or don't stay active?
More negative thoughts, harder to get up and do things, sad, couch potato state
What are coping skills?
Skills we learn to help manage our feelings when we are sad, overwhelmed, angry, etc.
List all 5 senses
1. Sight
2. Sound
3. Smell
4. Taste
5. Touch
What activity did we play to practice facial expressions and body language?
Expression Jenga