Wellness
What is one word that describes mindfulness?
Self-awareness, acceptance
When it is your turn to speak in a conversation?
When there is pause in the conversation
What are coping skills?
They are strategies a person can use to help deal with stressful situations
What are social skills?
The skills we use to communicate and interact with each other
What is the best band of all time?
Any
What is one way you can protect your physical health?
Go to the doctor, take your medicine, exercise, healthy diet
What are small verbal comments that you can make to show the speaker that you are paying attention?
"yes", "uh-huh", "mmm hmmm", "I see" etc...
Who can you go and talk to or ask for help?
Your parents, teachers, counsellors, friends, family members, etc...
What are good topics of conversations to have?
Similar interests/hobbies, sports, school, weather, etc...?
Who is your favorite person to talk to?
Any (Double points if you say Wendy)
What is something you can do to protect your mental health?
Practice boundaries, talk to someone, get help, etc
What should you sometimes do while making eye contact to make people feel comfortable?
Glance away occasionally
What are examples of positive coping skills? (name 3)
Meditate, ask for help, find acceptance, deep breathing, exercise, hobbies, deep breathing, etc...
Why are social skills important?
They help us to have and maintain happy/healthy relationships
What is the only bird that can fly backwards?
Hummingbird
If someone has low motivation , what are some things he/she/they can do to improve them?
Used scented soap or candles, find quicker ways to do tasks, listen to music, change location, exercise
What are the 2 types of language we use when communicating?
Verbal and non-verbal language
What are examples of negative coping skills. (name 3)
Getting angry, yelling, blaming yourself/others, saying hurtful comments about yourself/others, isolating yourself, refusing to accept help, provoking others, etc...
For personal space, What is the appropriate distance away from someone?
An arms length away
What color is a polar bear's skin?
Black
What can you do when feeling overwhelmed
What are examples of how you can show someone that you are actively listening to them? (name 4)
Eye contact, asking questions, making comments, open posture, gestures, nodding, facial expressions, etc...
Who are coping skills good for?
Everyone
What skills can you work on to improve your social skills. (name 2)?
Communications skills (both non-verbal and verbal), active listening skills, physical appearance, confidence/assertiveness, etc...
What country did tennis originate in?
France