Physical Self Care
give an example of physical self care
Exercise/movement, healthy eating, sleep hygiene, physical hygiene, medication compliance, stress management, attending medical/dental appointments.
What is emotional self care?
Identifying feelings, patterns of emotions, identifying stressors, setting boundaries, developing an outlet for emotional expression.
Having a supportive network or community of people to rely on for guidance and support.
Q: True or False: Intellectual self-care means you have to get good grades.
A: FALSE (taking care of your brain doesn't have anything to do with your grades!)
Q: True or False: Spiritual self-care practices can look different for everyone.
A: TRUE! (spiritual practices are deeply personal)
Give two examples of physical self care you've done this week
Exercise/movement, healthy eating, sleep hygiene, physical hygiene, medication compliance, stress management, attending medical/dental appointments.
Give an example of emotional self care you can practice at school
ask for support, asking questions in class, meet with counselor, take a walk with staff or by self, ask for coping skills reminders, practicing coping strategies like deep breathing or mindfulness
Name a support that you have AT school/work.
any
Q: What is one way you like to challenge yourself?
A: (things you like to learn about/ways you develop your thinking/experiences)
Q: What is one way you've personally (or seen others) engage in spirituality?
A: Thinking about beliefs, talking about values, prayer, being part of spiritual community, family/cultural celebrations, etc.
Describe a healthy "self care" bedtime regimen
8 hours, no phone, relaxed mind, etc.
explain how you set boundaries and why
any
Who is in your "trust circle"? Who do you identify as your major support system (in or out of school/work)
any
Q: Define intellectual self-care
A: Intellectual self-care practices involve continued learning and self-development.
Q: Define spiritual self-care. Give an example of how you practice this personally
A: Spiritual self-care involves recognition of the values and beliefs that guide your life.
Why is eating part of physical self care? Give 2 examples of how you eat healthy
any
Why is "identifying feelings" part of emotional self care? How can it help you?
Identifying feelings helps you improve awareness, sense of self, stability, and understanding
What are two ways we can practice social self care when we are alone?
Texting/calling, writing letters, iMessage games, etc.
Q: What is 1 example of something that can impact your intellectual health?
A: Limited access to educational opportunities, inability to try new things, lack of access to resources, lack of motivation
Q: List 3 ways to practice spiritual self-care
A: Mindfulness, yoga, culturally-based spiritual practices, prayer, journaling, etc.
Name 4 examples of physical self care
Exercise, eating, sleep, washing hair, brushing teeth, going to doctors, taking vitamins
What is an outlet you use for "emotional expression"
journaling, going to therapy, music, writing songs, other coping skills
What is an example of something that can impact your social/relational self care
isolation, conflict, social media, bullying, self esteem
Q: List 3 ways to practice intellectual self-care
A: Trying new things, engaging in a learning process, challenging yourself, personal development, practicing a growth/positive mindset.
Q: What is 1 example of something that can impact your spiritual health?
A: Negative beliefs about self/other, limited access to spiritual community, not having spiritual or religious beliefs (which is fine!)