1. Chapter 3: Achieving Mental and Emotional Health
Terms:
Mental/emotional health
Resilient
Self-esteem
Self-actualization
Personality
Personal identity
Competence
Hierarchy of Needs

2. Terms, cont. Constructive criticism Emotions Empathy Hormones
Hostility
Defense Mechanism
Character
Integrity
Role Model

3. Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=asaCQOZpqUQ
Watch the video and answer the questions.
Question #1: What do you think the woman in the video was feeling?
Question #2: Do you think the woman in the video has high self-esteem? Why or why not?
How did you see the woman grow in the video? Is she comfortable with herself in the end? How does this remind you of high school??

4. Signs of Good Mental/Emotional Health
Healthy self-esteem
Sense of Belonging
Sense of Purpose
Positive Outlook
Self-sufficiency

5. Building Self-Esteem
It is very important to learn to give and receive compliments appropriately.
Activity….Anonymous Compliments

6. Roadblocks to Mental/Emotional Health
1. All-or-nothing thinking
2. Expecting the “worst” in others or yourself
3. Being a perfectionist
4. Letting your actions or words betray your values
1.) many situations have “shades of gray”…..be open-minded
2.) look for the good
3.) no one is perfect…..don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it
4.) stand up for what you believe in and know is right

7. Understanding your personality
Heredity
Environment
Personal Behavior

8. Your Personal Identity
Your interests
Your likes and dislikes
Your talents and abilities
Your values and beliefs
Your goals

9. Working Toward a Healthy Identity
Recognize your strengths and weaknesses
Demonstrate positive values
Develop a purpose in your life
Form meaningful relationships
Contribute to the community
Avoid unhealthful risk behaviors

10. Understanding your Emotions
Identify emotions:
Love
Empathy
Fear
Anger
Guilt
Happiness
Sadness
Activity: Marshmallow…..teach students to value self-control and delay gratification

11. Managing Emotions What are you feeling, and why?
How do you handle your feelings?

12. Conclusion…. Mental/Emotional Health Understanding Emotions
Developing your personal identity

13. ?’s