Leisure definitions
What is leisure?
Opportunity afforded by free time to do something of enjoyment.
Give one example of a social leisure activity
Getting coffee, bowling, book club, theater, festivals
Where could you go to meet new people/make friends?
Gym, volunteering, book club, game club, dog parks, music club, community classes
Name an activity that may help a person to cope with anxiety.
Baking, go for a run, yoga, gardening, mindful walk, calligraphy, etc
How is physical activity beneficial for an individual's well-being?
“Physical activity can help prevent or maintain control in some chronic illnesses such as: heart disease, diabetes arthritis, and even some types of cancer.” If done over a consistent period, it can also help in improve overall quality of life and assist in longevity. Examples: Exercising, playing games, horseshoes, golf, bike riding, or basketball.
What is Creative Leisure?
Activities where a person makes or creates something
What is Relaxation Leisure and what are some forms of it?
Activities that bring calmness.
Yoga, Tai-chi, meditation, breathing techniques
Name 3 leisure/recreation locations you could go that doesn't cost money.
Festivals, farmer's markets, museums, community classes, parks, etc
List 3 leisure activities that may help an individual cope while feeling depressed.
Writing in a journal, going for a walk, meditating, exercising, talking with a friend, listening to upbeat music, swimming, sitting in nature, etc
How can games such as word searches, crossword puzzles, brain games, Sudoku, or card games be beneficial to an individual's well-being?
Challenge your mental abilities, enhance your problem solving skills, and improve memory. Most hobbies also offer mental stimulation in reference to completing the task.
What is the difference between equality and equity? Why are they important?
Equality- “the state or quality of being equal; correspondence in quantity, degree, value, rank, or ability.”
Equity- “the quality of being fair or impartial; fairness; impartiality” or “something that is fair and just.”
What is Physical Leisure and what are 3 forms of it?
Activities that require body movement; Aerobics, exercising, dancing, lifting weights, tennis, etc.
Name 3 National Parks
Yellowstone, Sequoia, Joshua Tree
How can having a positive leisure coping method help an individual overcome negative feelings.
Helps you to regain control, to identify problems and extinguish things/people that may be stressful, reduces stress, brings you back to the present moment, etc.
Activities such as board games, contests, art, and things that involve self expression and socialization can improve self-esteem. Name 2 more activities.
Journaling, dancing, knitting, singing, etc
What makes leisure different from recreation?
Leisure- time free from obligations, extra time
(when not occupied by work, studies, sleep etc )
Recreation- activities that people engage in during there free time.
(gym, hiking, climbing, sailing, fishing, hot air ballooning)
What is Cognitive Leisure and 5 examples of it?
Activities that required a mental response from the individual taking part in the activity;
Reading, playing an instrument, Sudoku, cross words, Scrabble, puzzles, etc
List 5 ways of transportation to get you to your leisure pursuits
Driving, cabs, buses, walking, biking
List 2 unhealthy ways of coping with stress and 2 healthy alternatives
UNHEALTHY: Drinking too much, overeating/undereating, zoning out for hours in front of the TV/computer, withdrawing from friends/family/activities, sleeping too much, procrastinating, etc
HEALTHY: Talk to friends/family, find a new hobby, exercise, get outside, walk your dog, try therapy sessions, journal your frustrations
List 3 benefits to getting your heart rate up during leisure activities
What is time management and why is it important?
Act or process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities, especially to increase effectiveness, efficiency or productivity.
Allows time to relax, unwind, decompress.
Spiritual Leisure/Wellness: Being connected to something greater than yourself and having a set of values, principles, morals and beliefs that provide a sense of purpose and meaning to life and nature. Assists in getting through hard times and coping.
List 3 examples.
Praying, religious services, meditation, serving in the community, yoga, journaling, listening to music, etc.
List 10 places that a person might engage in leisure
Book store, shopping center, restaurants, sports arena, park, clubs, dance hall, museums, gym, pool
List 3 activities of leisure mood enhancing activities
Picnic in the park, biking, hiking, skiing, softball, etc
List 5 soothing hobbies (without a screen) to do at night for better sleep
Yoga, stretching, reading, listening to podcasts, deep breathing, knitting, take a bath, coloring, journaling