TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF
Self-care looks different for each person. Whether it's a walk with your dog or a yoga class with a friend, you nee
d to find activities that slow you down and revive your mind, body, and soul. Life is stressful. You have so much to do in a day. School. Friends. Family. Sports. Homework. Work. Chores... Stress can build up and affect your mental and physical health. Explore some activities that can help you take care of yourself.
Youth First is a non-profit organization whose mission "is to strengthen youth and families by providing evidence-based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success."
Among their many resources, you will find 10 Self-Care Tips which will give you some ideas to get you started.
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4-7-8 BREATHING
This short video by Hands-On Meditation guides you through the basics of 4-7-8 breathing which can help reduce stress and anxiety.
WHY SLEEP IS IMPORTANT FOR TEENS
Bobbi Jo Hopkins, M.D., a physician in the Sleep Center at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital answers questions about why sleep is important for teens from Emma Hernandez, a Healthy Weight Initiative Teen Champion.