Thanksgiving
The Pilgrims sailed to America aboard this ship
The Mayflower
This term describes returning to healthier behaviors, relationships, and routines
Recovery
Drinking enough water throughout the day is known as maintaining this
Hydration
This African river, over 4,100 miles long, is considered the world’s longest
Nile River
This mindfulness practice focuses on breathing and being present in the moment.
Meditation
A green bean casserole is usually topped with these crispy fried vegetables
Fried Onions
This is the name for strategies people use to help prevent relapse when they face triggers
Coping Skills
This form of exercise, even for 10 minutes, can improve mood and reduce stress.
Walking
This country is both the world’s largest by land area and spans 11 time zones
Russia
Regular physical activity can boost mental health by increasing these “feel-good” chemicals.
Endorphins
This parade, featuring giant balloons, marches through New York City each Thanksgiving.
The Macy's Day Parade
This practice involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
Mindfulness
Writing in one of these can help process feelings and track progress.
Journal
This is the force that keeps planets in orbit around the Sun.
Gravity
The “fight-or-flight” response is controlled by this part of the brain
The amygdala
This S-shaped bone is often broken for good luck after the meal.
The wishbone
This type of therapy—abbreviated CBT—helps people change unhelpful thinking patterns
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
This nightly activity is essential to emotional regulation, yet many people struggle with it
Sleep
This gas makes up about 78% of Earth’s atmosphere
Nitrogen
This word describes the ability to adapt to stress and bounce back from challenges
Resilience
Each year, the president “pardons” one of these animals.
Turkey
This grounding skill uses the senses (sight, sound, touch, etc.) to calm the brain in moments of stress.
5-4-3-2-1 Technique
Eating regular meals with balanced nutrients supports this “mind-body engine.”
Metabolism
This rare marine mammal, sometimes called the “sea cow,” is the closest living relative of the elephant.
Manatee
This neurotransmitter is often associated with mood regulation, sleep, and feelings of well-being.
Serotonin