Monday Group Review
What is something you don't want to do at first, but when you end up doing it, you feel better?
EXAMPLES:
- going to gym
- eating healthy
- cleaning room
Define what insecure means
not confident or assured; uncertain and anxious
What does coping with an emotion or feeling mean?
Managing, tolerating, and eventually dealing with that feeling or problem.
What are the 5 main food groups?
1. fruits and vegetables
2. whole grains
3.protiens (meat/fish)
4. Dairy
5.fats/oils
What are the three steps to remember during an emergency situation?
CHECK - check the scene for safety
CALL - Call 911
CARE - give necessary care
What does it mean to be in your, "emotional mind"?
Behavior is being driven by emotions, you are not using logic.
What are some symptoms of anxiety?
Racing heartbeat, sweating, fidgeting, talking fast, trouble breathing, upset stomach, insomnia (trouble sleeping).
Name some negative coping skills
substance use, emotional eating, self-harm, aggressive outbursts, overworking, avoidance (ignoring problems),
What are the ways in which you properly groom yourself?
Showering 1x a day, wearing deodorant, brushing hair, brushing teeth, wearing clean clothes
What is a "cognitive distortion" ?
An unhelpful thinking style, not thinking correctly
What is the difference between porous and rigid boundaries?
Porous - you let anyone in
Rigid - you let nobody in, or hardly anyone in
What does remorseful mean?
deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed.
What are some examples of positive coping skills?
Working out/physical activity, listening to music, talking with a trusted person, meditation, journaling, painting etc.
You can use your money in three ways. What are the three things you can use your money for?
1. spend it
2. save it
3. share it
What is a trauma trigger?
a sensory, emotional, or environmental stimulus—such as a sound, smell, place, or word—that reminds a person of a past traumatic experience
What is the downside of thinking only in your reasonable mind?
You're not honoring you or the other persons emotions, and ignoring them. You make decisions based on facts, but may ignore your preferences.
What does it mean to be impulsive?
A word that describes acting without thinking, to act on an urge.
Why is self care important?
It reduces stress, boosts physical health, and helps you re-energize.
What are some nonverbal cues that you are invading someone's boundaries?
Physically move away, look uncomfortable with facial expressions, blinking more, minimizing eye contact, nervous fidgeting.
What is BLT and why do we not allow it?
Borrowing, Lending, Trading
- grooming behavior
What does the brainstem control?
breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and swallowing (basic bodily functions).
*not thinking critically
primal, instinctive, and automatic processing rather than conscious thought
controlling or influencing a person or situation unfairly (possibly using threats, force, or coercion) is the definition of...
Manipulation
What do you do (or are supposed to do) when you are 'triggered'?
Pause, take deep breaths, and use a calming skill instead of reacting immediately
What does it mean to actively listen?
fully focusing on, understanding, responding, and remembering what is being said, rather than passively "hearing" the speaker
How do our feelings shape our behaviors? Provide an example.
Thoughts shape feelings, which drive behaviors.
Example: Thought- I feel ugly
Feeling - Insecure
Behavior - Avoiding being in public places