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What is the difference between avoidable and unavoidable stress?

Avoidable: things we can stay away from or control in some way. Unavoidable: things we have to deal with and learn coping skills to help.

What are the 3 F Responses?

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True or false: only adults get stressed

False

True or false: stress can't affect your physical health.

False

Can our brain always tell the difference between danger and really big emotions?

No. Because while our smart brain can be helpful (running away from a bear) it's sometimes not helpful when we are jsut experiencing big emotions.

What is mindfulness?

It means to slow down and really pay attention and focus on what we are doing.

True or false: you chose how you deal with stressful situations

True

What are stress busters?

Things that can help with stress (coping skills).

What is a support system?

People we can turn to who can help when we are feeling stressed. (Parents, friends, family, teachers, counselor)

What are the three parts of our brain?

Smart brain, emotional brain, and survival brain

Bonus: what is the circle of control?

What you control vs. what you can't

True or false: all stress is bad.

False. Stress can help you get things done.

What are stressors?

Stressors are the things in your life that cause you stress (school, family, friends, work, sports).

Bonus: List 3 stress busters!

write in a journal, walk, exercise, talk to someone, listen to music, draw, take deep breaths

Bonus: What are some ways you can practice mindfulness?

Anything to help you be more present in the moment (walking, deep breathing, meditating, yoga)

What is stress?

When you are frustrated, worried, or nervous about something.

Bonus: Name two types of stress

Eustress (positive, short-term, helps you focus) and distress (negative, can be long-term, causes anxiety).

What we feel strong emotions - what can happen to our smart brain?

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