Understanding Health
What is the definition of happiness?
happiness is an emotional state characterized by feelings of joy, satisfaction, contentment, and fulfillment.
List one strategy for practicing gratitude.
Gratitude Journal, Sharing grattitude with other, volunteering, grattitude letter, etc...
How can you show empathy to a friend in distress?
True or False: Happiness means having only positive emotions all the time.
False
How does self-talk influence your feelings?
If you mainly think positively about yourself, you will feel good and optimistic most of the time. Research shows that positive self-talk can: improve self-esteem, stress management and wellbeing. reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.
What does resilience mean?
The ability to cope with difficult life circumstances.
Name one factor that affects happiness.
social relationships, temperament/adaptation, money, society and culture, positive thinking styles, friends etc..
Name one characteristic of someone with a positive mind-set
A positive mindset is synonymous with hope, optimism, courage, and kindness. It also means not giving in to negativity and hopelessness even in difficult situations
What is a benefit of maintaining relationships when facing challenges?
People with healthy, positive and supportive relationships are more likely to be happier and healthier. Creating and maintaining good connections with others can also help to combat loneliness and improve mental health issues, such as stress and anxiety.
What mind-set believes that abilities can change through hard work?
A growth mindset
What is the term for the ability to cope with difficult life circumstances?
Resiliance
How can self-compassion help during setbacks?
Self-compassion can increase feelings of happiness, optimism, curiosity and connectedness, as well as decreased anxiety, depression, rumination and fear of failure.
What chemicals released by the brain during exercise help improve mood?
Dopamine
What is the difference between optimism and pessimism?
An optimistic person sees good things everywhere, is generally confident and hopeful of what the future holds. From the optimist's point-of-view the world is full of potential opportunities. The pessimist, on the other hand, observes mainly the negative aspects of everything around.
What is empathy?
Empathy is the ability to emotionally understand what other people feel, see things from their point of view, and imagine yourself in their shoes.