Sunny Self-Care
A common, peaceful outdoor activity that's both calming, useful and good for hand strength.
What is gardening?
Reading, learning a new skill, or doing puzzles keeps this part of your body (organ) active and healthy.
What is your brain?
Focusing on what's going right instead of wrong is called this kind of thinking.
What is positive thinking?
Taking this short afternoon rest, even without fully falling asleep, can relieve stress and improve mood.
What is a nap?
People often keep these bound books filled with photographs to remember special times.
What is a photo album?
This cool and crunchy vegetable is over 95% water and helps with hydration in the summer.
What is cucumber?
A healthy mind is supported by connecting/socializing with others, which helps reduce this emotion.
What is loneliness?
This form of relaxation combines gentle stretching and controlled breathing to ease both the body and mind.
What is yoga?
This slow style of breathing can help reduce stress in just a few minutes.
What is deep breathing?
These roadside businesses sold ice cream, milkshakes, hamburgers, sandwiches and more.
What are diners or drive-ins?
Name one hydrating beverage and one de-hydrating beverage
Hydrating - What is water, herbal tea, fruit juices?
De-hydrating - What is alcohol, caffeinated or sugary beverages?
True or False: Regular participation in social activities can increase the risk of cognitive decline in older adults
What is false?
Spending just 10 minutes in this outdoor setting can lower blood pressure and improve mood.
What is nature? (OR a garden/park)
Mental clutter, like looping thoughts or worries, can be relieved by labeling your emotions and doing this simple act with a trusted person.
What is talking? (Or venting, sharing, expressing)
What is the National Peach Month?
This important mineral is lost through sweat and must be replaced to avoid muscle cramps in the heat.
(Hint)
What is sodium? (Or electrolytes)
True or False: Aging may bring positive cognitive changes
This popular diet, consisting of fruits, vegetables, fish, olive oil, and more, has been shown to reduce stress, improve mental health, and is related to a better quality of life in older adults.
(Hint)
What is the Mediterranean diet?
This activity can release "feel good" brain chemicals called endorphins that help fight stress and promote happiness.
(Hint)
What is moving around, exercising, walking (any physical activity)?
Every 4th of July, Nathan's Hot Dog holds a hot dog eating contest. Where does it take place?
(Hint)
What is Coney Island?