Geh Group 9
Geh Group 9
Geh Group 9
Taking Charge of
One’s Health
Unit 4 – Lesson 3
[Group No. 9
Understanding the Self
At the end of the lesson, participants are expected to:
Taking Charge
Stressors and
of One’s
Responses
Health
Taking Care of
the Self
Taking Charge of One’s Health
Stressors
- Uncontrollable events that can alter our normal
reaction to everyday events.
Stress Response
- A normal response to the demands and changes
of life.
Stressors and Responses
Coping Techniques
1. Optimism
2. Personal Control
3. Self-esteem
4. Social Support
Taking Care of the Self
Self-care
- what people do for themselves to establish and
maintain health and prevent and deal with illness.
Taking Care of the Self
Developing Self-Compassion
• Be kind to yourself.
• Embrace your common humanity.
• Be mindful.
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