Feelings/Emotions
Describe how you would feel if you had to give a presentation in front of the entire class.
Uncomfortable
Nervous / Anxious
Scared
Exposed
How does playing music help people cope?
Listening to music can be relaxing and help you take your mind off of things that are causing you to feel stressed.
True or False: Other people will know when you're upset or stressed out because it is easy to tell.
False: Only you know how you really feel, and when you feel overwhelmed, upset, or stressed out, YOU need to tell someone. Ask for help.
I am capable and smart.
I made a mistake but I can recover from it.
True or False: Talking about your feelings is a sign of weakness.
False: It takes a really brave person to talk about their feelings and ask for help.
What does it mean to feel overwhelmed?
Being overcome by a sense of having too much to deal with, whether it's tasks, responsibilities, or emotions. It's a feeling of being burdened or unable to cope with the demands placed on you.
Why is art a helpful coping strategy?
Art can be used as a way to express your emotions or feelings.
What makes someone a good friend?
Being kind, understanding, trustworthy, and sympathetic
Name 1 thing you can do to turn a bad day around.
Practice self-care: do something that makes you feel better and more relaxed (exercising, deep breathing, journaling, talking things over with someone you trust)
True or False: Mental health is not as important as physical health.
False: You have to take care of your mind/brain just like you take care of your body when you get sick.
How can you tell if someone is feeling sad?
tone of voice
how they look (facial expressions)
crying
Why do we need coping skills?
To deal with situations in a healthy way. Coping skills help us deal with our emotions during good times and tough times.
What does it mean to be there for someone?
To be available to provide help and support for someone
Turn this negative thought into positive self-talk.
"No one likes me."
I haven't connected with everyone, but there are people who value me and care about me.
True or False: Talking about mental health makes things worse.
Ignoring problems does NOT make them disappear. Acknowledging and talking about your feelings can help you learn how to deal with them and tough situations.
What are some healthy ways to express anger?
drawing
talking
deep breathing
punching a pillow
boxing
What is a coping skill?
Something that makes you feel better when you are mad, worried, upset, or sad.
Healthy or Unhealthy Relationship: One friend or partner feels mistreated or controlled by the other.
Unhealthy because healthy relationships involve understanding and respecting each other's opinions, feelings, and boundaries.
How can I remind myself to reframe negative thoughts?
Ask yourself: What would my best friend say to me in this situation? What would I say to someone having negative thoughts?
True or False: People with mental health problems can snap out of it if they try hard enough.
False: Mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better.
True or False: No thought or feeling is wrong. It is what you do with it that counts.
True
What are some unhealthy coping skills?
Yelling, hitting, or throwing things
Try asking for help or talking to a friend instead.
What is the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships?
Healthy relationships foster growth, trust, and mutual happiness, while unhealthy relationships are characterized by control, disrespect, and lack of support.
What does it mean to be resilient?
Able to bounce back when things don't go as planned
True or False: Only some people have mental health.
False: Everyone has mental health and we all need to take care of it. Good mental health means being able to think, feel, and react in healthy ways.