Themes
This theme focuses on physical feelings and sensations
What is "Body"?
Choosing an object around the house as a reminder can help us remember to practice this strategy
What is "Deep Breathing"?
What do you do:
You notice that you're feeling stressed about a big test that's coming up
Study for the test
Take breaks when needed
Ask a teacher, friend, or parent for help
(Need only one of the above, or another healthy response)
Eating a balanced diet
What is "Healthy"?
Spiders have this many eyes
What is 8? (ew)
This theme focuses on feelings we experience
We practiced this strategy to observe how our bodies felt
What is "Body Scan"?
What do you do:
You feel very angry after a friend lied to you
Take some space to calm down
Let your friend know how you feel
Ask your friend to be honest with you next time
(Need only one of the above, or another healthy response)
Telling yourself that you're not good enough
What is "Unhealthy"?
Harry Potter's middle name
What is James?
This theme focuses on things going on inside our minds
What is "Thoughts"? (or "Reflections")
We can watch our thoughts go by like they are on a ________.
What is "Conveyor Belt"?
What do you do:
Someone started a rumor about you that isn't true
Try to ignore the rumor
Remember the positive qualities about yourself
Ask for an adult's help if the rumor continues
(Need only one of the above, or another healthy response)
Sleeping to put off doing your homework
What is "Unhealthy"?
This country sells watermelons that are shaped like squares or pyramids
What is Japan?
This theme focuses on how we can respond to stress
What is "Attention"?
This strategy helps us to manage uncomfortable and intense emotions
(HINT: think ocean)
What is "Riding the Wave"?
What do you do:
You've been in a bad mood all day and can't seem to snap out of it
Try a mindfulness exercise
Do something that's fun and enjoyable
Refocus your attention onto positive thoughts
(Need only one of the above, or another healthy response)
Feeling grateful for your positive qualities
What is "Healthy"?
The only US state with a one-syllable name
What is Maine?
This theme focuses on self-compassion and kindness
What is "Tenderness"?
When we practice this, we get a better perspective of the things in our life that are good
What is "Gratitude"?
What do you do:
You feel like it's unfair that your parents asked you to do another chore while your sibling doesn't have to do any
Take a couple deep breaths before responding
Try to think about it from your parents' perspective
Calmly ask for help with the chore if you need it
(Need only one of the above, or another healthy response)
Resolving a conflict with your friends
What is "Healthy"?
The only fish that can blink with both eyes
What is a shark?