Session 1 - Mindmazing!
True or False - We all have mental health
True! We all have mental health like we have physical health!
True or False. Being an emotional scientist is about checking in with ourselves, being scientific about how we are feeling and why we are feeling this way.
TRUE! Looking after our mental health is about checking in with ourselves and asking how do we feel, and what is causing us to feel a certain way.
True or False. Positive thinking is something you have as a personality trait.
FALSE. Positive thinking is something you have to work at and practice intentionally. It won't just happen!
TRUE OR FALSE - Resilience is something that you have or don’t have.
False - Resilience isn’t a trait. The behaviours, thoughts and actions can be learned and developed in anyone at anytime in their lives.
True or False: Having stress is part of good mental health.
TRUE! Stress is a signal to learn how to find a way to solve a problem.
The R in RULER stands for......
Recognizing Emotions on the mood meter
I am good enough - is an example of .....
A) Inner Coach Thought
B) Positive Affirmation
C) A and B
C - This phrase is Both Inner Coach and Positive Affirmation
Asking for advice or help is an example of which key area of a resilience:
A) Effective Relationships
B) Strong Connections
C) None of the Above
C) - None of the Above - this is an example of Resilient Thinking.
A mindset that allows you to work through problems, uses failure to do better, asks for advice, sets goals
Name at least 2 of the 4 Wellness Checklist Categories from session one.
Morning Organization, Healthy Sleep Habits, Physical Activities, Healthy Eating, Social Interaction
The U in RULER stands for .....
Understanding Emotions - asking yourself why am I feeling this way.
Inner Coach! Our inner coach's voice makes us think positive thoughts.
initiating tools and strategies like mindfulness activities (granola bar, galaxy jar, music) is an example of .....
A) Building on Strengths
B) Managing Emotions
C) None of the above
B ) Managing Emotions
being an emotional scientist and finding ways to help you deal with big emotions – initiating tools and strategies like mindfulness (granola bar, galaxy jar, music, ) Actions that help you identify your feelings, engage in coping tools when needed and look for ways to incorporate mindfulness breaks, feeling check-ins throughout the day.
Name the four categories used to describe mental health states.
1. Mental Distress
2. Mental Health Problem
3. Mental Illness
4. No distress or illness
True or False . When you Label feelings you do not need to be specific, just try to pick any general feeling.
FALSE. Labeling the specific emotion is best and the better you are at finding the difference between mad or disappointed you can understand better and communicate what you need.
What was the name of the figure skater who told her story about how positive thinking changed her life?
HAILEY
Not talking behind your friend's back and being able to apologize is an example of ......
Effective Relationships