Art therapy uses art to help your heart and mind feel better. It’s not about making the best drawing or painting—it's about letting your feelings come out through art and creativity. If you're feeling sad, mad, or even excited, you can use colors, shapes, or pictures
to show how you feel.

An athlete mindset means thinking like an athlete, even when things get tough. It’s about having the attitude that helps you stay strong, focused, and keep improving.

An athlete mindset is useful not just in sports, but in life too. It helps you do your best, stay focused, and reach your goals, no matter what you’re working on!

Imagine your brain is like a big music playlist. Over time, if you keep playing the same songs (or thoughts) over and over, they become your "go-to" tracks. Sometimes, though, those songs might not be helpful — maybe they make you feel worried, sad, or scared.
 

Brain retraining is like learning to change the playlist. Instead of those unhelpful songs playing on repeat, you practice choosing better, more positive ones. You teach your brain new "tracks" that help you feel calmer, happier, or stronger.

It takes practice — like learning a new video game or sport — but the more you repeat those better thoughts, the easier it gets for your brain to pick them automatically. Over time, your brain gets really good at playing the positive playlist instead of the one that makes you feel bad.

Creative wellness is about using fun and creative activities to help you feel happy, calm, and healthy. It’s like combining art, music, or other things you love to do with taking care of your emotions and your mind.

It’s like exercising for your brain and heart, but instead of running or jumping, you’re creating something cool and learning how to take care of yourself at the same time!

Imagine you’re trying to get really good at something — like playing basketball, learning an instrument, or mastering a video game. You wouldn’t just practice once and expect to be amazing, right? 

Daily practice is like giving your brain and body regular training sessions. The more you practice something every day, even for a little bit, the stronger those skills become — kind of like leveling up in a game. 

It’s not about being perfect right away; it’s about showing up and giving it your best each day. Over time, all those small efforts add up, and you’ll start to notice big improvements. It’s like planting a seed — if you water it a little bit every day, it eventually grows into something awesome!

Deep breathing is a way to help your body and mind feel calm and relaxed. It’s like taking big, slow breaths to tell your brain, “everything’s okay.” 

When you do this a few times, it can help you feel less stressed, less angry, or even less nervous. It’s like giving your brain a little “calm-down” button!

EFT tapping, or Emotional Freedom Techniques, is like a mix of talking about your feelings and giving yourself a gentle "reset" by tapping on certain points of your body.

These points are kind of like buttons that help your emotions feel calm. 

It’s a simple way to help you feel more relaxed and in control of your feelings, like giving your emotions a little hug!

A health advocate is like a helper or a voice for someone who is sick or needs to see a doctor. Sometimes, it can be hard for a patient to ask questions, understand medical stuff, or explain what they need.

A health advocate steps in to make sure the patient gets the care they need and that their wishes are heard.

They’re kind of like a guide, coach, and protector for people when they’re dealing with health problems! You can be own your own health advocate as well - you just need to know learn what questions to ask and speak up! 

Holistic means looking at the *whole* person—your body, mind, emotions, and even your feelings about life—when thinking about health and well being. Instead of just fixing one problem, like a stomachache, a holistic approach tries to understand how all parts of you are connected.

For example, if you're feeling sick, a doctor might look at your body, but a holistic approach would also think about how you're re sleeping, eating, feeling, and even what might be stressing you out. It’s like saying, “All parts of you matter, and they work together to keep you healthy.”

It’s a way to take care of everything about you, not just one thing at a time.

The limbic system is a part of your brain that helps control your emotions, memories, and how you react to things. It’s like the “feelings center” of your brain. 

Here are some of the things the limbic system does: 
- Helps you feel emotions like happiness, fear, anger, or sadness. 
- Stores memories of things you’ve experienced, so you remember important stuff. 
- Tells your body how to react when something happens, like when you feel nervous
before a big test or excited about a fun event. 

The limbic system works with other parts of your brain to help you respond to the world around you. It helps you make sense of your feelings and decide what to do next!

Meditation is like giving your brain a little break. Imagine your mind is a jar of water with glitter inside. When you're stressed, upset, or thinking about too many things at once, the glitter gets all shaken up, and it's hard to see clearly.

Meditation is like setting the jar down and letting the glitter settle, so your thoughts and feelings become calm and clear.

It’s a way to feel peaceful, help your brain relax, and even understand your feelings better. And the best part? You don’t have to be perfect at it—it’s all about practicing and doing your best!

Mental health is all about how you feel, think, and handle things in your life. Just like your body needs to stay healthy, your brain and feelings do too! 

Sometimes, your mental health might not feel great. You might feel really sad, worried, or angry for a long time, and that’s okay—it happens to everyone. Talking to someone you trust, like a parent, teacher, or counselor, can help. Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your body!

Imagine your body and your mind are like teammates on the same sports team. They’re always working together, even if you don’t always notice it. This is the mind-body connection.

For example, when you’re feeling nervous before a big test or a game, your stomach might feel weird, your heart might beat faster, or your hands might get sweaty. That’s your body reacting to what your mind is feeling.

On the other hand, when you take deep breaths, move your body, or even smile, your brain starts to feel calmer and happier. That’s because your body can also send signals back to your mind.

Learning to listen to your body — like noticing when you're tired, hungry, or stressed — helps you understand what you need. When your mind and body work together, it’s easier to feel strong, focused, and balanced — like two teammates helping each other win the game.

Mindfulness is like paying really close attention to what’s happening right now, without letting your mind wander too much or worrying about other things. It’s about focusing on the present moment and noticing what you’re feeling, seeing, or hearing without judging it as “good” or “bad.”

It’s like giving your brain a little quiet time to slow down and enjoy what’s happening now. Mindfulness can help you feel calmer, happier, and less stressed.

The nervous system is like your body's super-fast messaging system. It helps your brain and body talk to each other and controls everything you do, like moving, thinking, and feeling. 

For example, if you touch something hot, your nerves send a quick message to your brain saying, “Ouch, that's hot!” Then your brain tells your hand, “Move away!” It all happens so fast that you barely have to think about it. 

The nervous system also helps with things you don’t think about, like breathing or your heart beating. It’s like a hidden team working 24/7 to keep you safe and healthy.

Neural pathways are like roads in your brain that carry messages from one place to another. These "roads" help your brain and body talk to each other so you can do things like think, move, feel emotions, or remember stuff.

If you stop using a road (like if you don’t ride a bike for a long time), it might get overgrown and harder to use. But with practice, you can clear it again! 

Your brain is always building and fixing these roads, which is why you can keep learning and growing no matter how old you are.

Neuroplasticity is like your brain's superpower! It means your brain can change, grow and get stronger, just like your muscles when you exercise. Imagine your brain is made up of millions of tiny roads and paths that carry your thoughts and habits.

If you practice something—like playing piano, learning math, or staying calm when you're mad your brain builds new paths or makes the old ones stronger. The more you practice, the easier it gets to do that thing, just like walking on a well-worn trail.

It also works the other way: if you stop doing something, like a bad habit, those paths can fade, making it easier to change. Neuroplasticity shows that you’re never stuck—you can always teach your brain new tricks!

Non-Invasive means something that doesn’t hurt your body or go inside it. For example, if a doctor needs to check how your heart is doing, they might use a machine to take pictures or listen to your heartbeat instead of doing surgery or using needles. 

It’s like solving a problem from the outside, without needing to cut, poke, or cause pain.

Noninvasive things are gentle and safe, like getting an X-ray, wearing a cast, or using special lights or practices to help with healing. It's an easy way to say it's not scary! 

Physical health is about taking care of your body, so it stays strong, works well, and feels good. When your physical health is good, you have energy to do the things you love, like playing, running, or even just hanging out with friends. 

Taking care of your physical health helps you feel your best and keeps you ready for all the fun and challenges in your day!

Self-care means taking care of yourself so you can feel good, stay healthy, and handle challenges better. It's like giving yourself a little recharge!

Self-care is your way of making sure your body, mind, and feelings are cared for. It’s like being your own best friend!

Imagine self-confidence is like having an invisible superpower. It’s what helps you believe in yourself, even when things get tough. 

Think about when you’re learning something new — like riding a bike, playing a sport, or speaking in front of the class. At first, it might feel scary, and you might think, "I can't do this." But when you keep trying, you start to realize, *"Hey, I’m actually getting better!"* That feeling -  when you believe you can handle things - is self confidence.
 

It doesn’t mean you have to be perfect or never make mistakes. Instead, it’s knowing that even if things don’t go perfectly, you can keep going, keep learning, and still be proud of yourself. The more you practice, the stronger that superpower gets!

Imagine self-love is like being your own best friend. Just like you’d cheer on a friend when they’re doing well or encourage them when they’re having a hard time, self-love means doing the same for yourself.

It’s about being kind to yourself — not just when things are going great, but also when you make mistakes or feel upset. Instead of saying, "I'm not good enough," self-love is about saying, "I'm doing my best, and that's okay."

Taking care of yourself, believing in your worth, and accepting who you are — even when you’re still learning or growing — is all part of self-love. It’s like giving yourself a big high-five and saying, "I’m awesome just the way I am!"

Stress is what happens when you feel worried, nervous, or overwhelmed about something. It’s your body’s way of saying, “Hey, this feels like a big deal!” 

A little bit of stress can be helpful—it can push you to work harder or stay focused. But too much stress can make you feel tired or upset. That’s why it’s important to take breaks, talk to someone, or do something relaxing, like deep breathing or drawing, to help your body and mind feel better.

Wellness is about taking care of your whole self so you can feel good and live your best life. It’s not just about avoiding sickness—it’s about feeling happy, strong, and balanced in every part of your life.

Think of it like a puzzle with different pieces. Each piece is something important, like:
- Your body: Eating healthy, exercising, and getting enough sleep.
- Your mind: Learning new things, solving problems, or relaxing when you're stressed.
- Your emotions: Understanding your feelings and finding ways to stay positive or calm when things are hard.
- Your friendships: Spending time with people who make you feel good and who you can trust.
- Having fun: Doing things you enjoy, like hobbies, sports, or just laughing.

When all the pieces fit together, you feel healthy, happy, and ready for anything!