Physical Self Care
give an example of physical self care
Exercise/movement, healthy eating, sleep hygiene, physical hygiene, sexual health, medication compliance, stress management, attending medical/dental appointments.
What is emotional self care?
Identifying feelings, patterns of emotions, identifying stressors, setting boundaries, developing an outlet for emotional expression.
What is social self care?
Having a supportive network or community of people to rely on for guidance and support.
Q: True or False: Spiritual self-care practices can look different for everyone.
A: TRUE! (spiritual practices are deeply personal)
Give two examples of physical self care you've done this week
Exercise/movement, healthy eating, sleep hygiene, physical hygiene, sexual health, medication compliance, stress management, attending medical/dental appointments.
Give an example of emotional self care you can practice at school
ask for support, meet with therapist, take a walk with staff or by self, ask for coping skills reminders, practicing coping strategies
name a support system you have.
any (ex: family or friends)
Q: What is one way you've personally (or seen others) engage in spirituality?
A: Thinking about beliefs, talking about values, prayer, being part of spiritual community, family/cultural celebrations
Describe a healthy amount of "self care" sleep/bedtime
Anything over 7 hours, no phone, relaxed mind
One way you can set boundaries
ex: Telling friends that you need your space
True Or False: Does taking a break (lunch) during work reinforce self care?
TRUE
Q: Define spiritual self-care. Give an example of how you practice this personally
A: Spiritual self-care involves recognition of the values and beliefs that guide your life.
Give 2 examples of how you eat healthy
any (ex:eat fruit)
Why is "identifying feelings" part of emotional self care? How can it help you
Identifying feelings helps you improve awareness, sense of self, stability, and understanding
What is a great place to engage in social self care? (Hint: Museum)
ANY
Q: List 3 ways to practice spiritual self-care
A: Mindfulness, yoga, culturally-based spiritual practices, prayer, journaling
Name 4 examples of physical self care
Exercise, eating, sleep, washing hair, brushing teeth, going to doctors, taking vitamins
What is an outlet you use for "emotional expression"
Anything (ex: journaling, going to therapy, music, writing songs)
What is an example of something that can negatively impact your social self care
isolation, conflict, social media, bullying, stress eating
True or false: Is too much spiritual self care bad?
False