When might you experience the stress response?
when we are in red brain mode and when we are really worried
when you are so happy about something
when we are looking forward to something
What do you know about thoughts?
They are not facts and they come and go.
they're excitement response.
they always tell us the truth
What can help calm us down when we feel really stressed?
eating sugary food
Exercising and spending time in nature and take a deep breat
staying up late
What is mindfulness?
paying attention to the present moment
having a mind full of thought
what those ''being in flow' mean?
taking on challenges that stretch us
being distracted
What are synonyms for mindfulness?
distracted and careless
focused, aware, careful and concentrating.
How can you practice being more mindful?
let our minds wander with our thoughts.
By tuning into our bodies, focusing on our breath and minds
What happens naturally at night, when it gets dark?
We start to feel sleepy and our body release melatonin.
our bodies release endorphins
what does a balanced diet have?
protein, carbohydrates, fiber and fats
lots of salt and sugar
What effect can endorphins have on our bodies?
make us feel more stressed
make us feel happier
What is neuroplasticity?
when our brain grows and learns new thing
when our brain can't learn new things
what help to maximize neuroplasticity?
doing things that we find easy.
taking on challenges that make us learn new skill.
what are mitochondria?
cell that releases energy when we move our bodies
A type of bacteria in our bodies
Why should we use exercise snacks?
So we can than sit down and not move for hours
movement helps grow our brains and keeps us healthy
