Hygiene
What is hygiene?
Conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially through cleanliness
What is self-care?
The practice of taking care of yourself to promote and maintain your health, prevent disease, and cope with illness
True or False: Good hygiene is when someone does not shower for three days
False! Good hygiene would be ensuring to take at least one shower a day
What is personal grooming?
Personal grooming is how you take care of yourself and dress in social settings
What is a routine?
a sequence of actions regularly followed; a fixed program
Is trimming your nails a part of hygiene?
Yes, Nail hygiene is important for preventing the spread of germs and nail infections.
True, self-care can be done anytime and in many ways
True or false: taking time for relaxation is a form of self-care
True, taking time for yourself is a form of self-care
True or false: combing hair, shaving, and wearing clean clothes are a part of grooming
True!
Why do we use routines?
Routines can help build a healthy balanced lifestyle
Name 3 hygiene tasks that should be done every day
Member's choice
Why do we do self-care?
It can help improve your physical and mental health, and lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life:
Reduces stress: Self-care can help you manage stress and build resilience.
Improves mood: Self-care can help reduce anxiety and depression, increase happiness, and improve your emotional well-being.
Increases energy: Self-care can help you increase your energy levels.
Lowers risk of illness: Self-care can help lower your risk of illness and prevent illnesses from occurring or recurring.
True or false: Self-care is only for people with poor mental health
False! Self-care is for everyone!
What are three reasons personal grooming is important?
Boosting confidence
Professionalism
Health
improved social interactions
etc.
What are some things that you can add to your daily routine?
Members choice
How many seconds should you wash your hands for each time?
The CDC recommends washing your hands for at least 20 seconds to remove harmful germs and chemicals.
What are three self-care activities that you can do without spending money?
Member's choice
True or false: Putting on lotion is a form of personal grooming
True, applying lotion is generally beneficial for keeping the skin hydrated, smooth, and healthy and a part of personal grooming!
True or false: Grooming improves the social interactions we have with others
True, when we are well groomed we make good impressions on other people
What are the benefits of routines?
Routines can significantly reduce stress, improve productivity, foster healthy habits, and contribute to overall mental and physical well-being by creating a sense of control and consistency across your day
What are the 7 types of personal hygiene?
Hand hygiene, oral hygiene, hair hygiene, nail hygiene, ear and overall bodily hygiene, and clothing hygiene.
Name 5 types of self-care
Physical self-care: Eating healthy meals, exercising, getting enough sleep, taking a bath, and practicing good sleep hygiene
Mental self-care: Reading, listening to music or podcasts, practicing mindfulness, taking a break, and playing video games
Emotional self-care: Practicing gratitude, focusing on positivity, and journaling
Spiritual self-care: Meditating, praying, reflecting, and visiting a meaningful site
Intellectual self-care: Reading, listening to audiobooks, watching documentaries, and completing puzzles
Etc.
True or false: Having routines can potentially improve your mental and physical health
True! Routines can help you feel more in control, reduce stress, and improve your mental and physical health.
What are some ways to stay on top of personal grooming?
Members choice
True or false: Routines only happen in the morning
False, routines can be used at any point in the day and during any frequent activity.