Tag: Health

Shark Infested Custard – Health Class

Hello everyone, welcome to a health blog post.

Today in Health, we played another game, Shark-Infested Custard. We had to form teams of 5, with one person as the leader. The game involved 4 hula hoops, and we had to get our team of 5 across to the other side without stepping on the concrete. It was very fun communicating with my team and giving them a strategy, as I was the leader. We came second, but it was a joy to play. In this blog post, as in every other Health blog, I will be answering the questions given for the Titan work.

Explain what Te Whare Tapa Whā is –

Te Whare Tapa Whā is a Māori model of health that explains how our wellbeing is made up of four important parts, like the four walls of a house.

  • Taha tinana – our physical health (our body)
  • Taha hinengaro – our mental and emotional health (our thoughts and feelings)
  • Taha whānau – our social health (our relationships with friends and whānau)
  • Taha wairua – our spiritual health (our beliefs, values, and sense of purpose)

If one wall is weak, the whole house becomes unstable. This shows that we need to look after every part of our hauora, not just our body or our mind, so we can stay balanced and healthy.

Here are some full answers you can use and then tweak into your own words.

Describe your activity in detail –

Today in Health, we played….
Today in Health, we played a team game called Shark Infested Custard. We had to get into teams of five, and each team chose one person to be the leader. I was the leader of my group. We were given four hula hoops to use.

We started on one side of the court, and our goal was to get our whole team to the other side without anyone stepping on the concrete. We had to communicate, share ideas, and move carefully from hoop to hoop, making sure everyone could fit safely inside without falling out. If someone touched the ground, we had to go back to the start. My job as a leader was to give instructions, listen to my team, and help everyone work together.

The aim of this game was to…
The aim of this game was to get our whole team from one side to the other using only the four hula hoops, without touching the shark-infested custard (the concrete). The game also aimed to help us improve our communication, teamwork, problem‑solving, and leadership skills. We had to think of a good strategy, support each other, and stay positive, even when it was challenging.

Explain how your hauora was impacted by participating in today’s activity –

My hauora was positively affected during the game as…. This had a positive impact on my hauora because…
My hauora was positively affected during the game as I was able to move my body, talk with my teammates, and practice being a leader. This had a positive impact on my taha tinana because I was active, walking, balancing, and stepping in and out of the hula hoops. It also helped my taha hinengaro because I felt focused, proud, and happy when my team listened to my ideas, and we worked well together.

My taha whānau was strengthened because I was building better relationships with my classmates, encouraging them, and listening to their ideas too. I also felt more confident in myself, which supported my taha wairua, as I felt a sense of purpose and belonging in my team.

My hauora was negatively impacted when… This had a negative impact on my hauora because…
My hauora was negatively impacted when our team made mistakes or when we nearly fell out of the hula hoop and had to start again. This had a negative impact on my taha hinengaro because I felt a little bit stressed and frustrated at times. I also worried that I might not be a good leader if our strategy didn’t work.

Explain what is important to know or understand when participating in a game with others –

It is important to understand that communication, respect, and teamwork are really important when participating in a game with others. This is because everyone needs to feel listened to and included so the team can work well together. We need to share ideas kindly, encourage each other, and not blame people if something goes wrong.

It is also important to understand the rules of the game and play fairly so no one gets hurt or feels left out. When everyone shows manaakitanga (kindness and support), it helps to protect each person’s hauora – physical, mental/emotional, social, and spiritual – and makes the game more fun and successful for the whole team.

Thanks for reading my blog

Shreeya

Marshmallow Tower – Health

Hello everyone,

Welcome to another Health blog. Today in Health, we did a marshmallow tower game. We had to work in pairs or groups of three. As a group, we had to try our best to make it stable and as high as possible. But we could only use 12 marshmallows and 8 sticks. It was very interesting to see how it turned out at the end. Sadly, my partner and I didn’t manage to keep our tower up, but it was a fun experience.

In this blog, I will be answering some questions related to today’s activity. For our blog task, we had to choose a level: Ace, Pro, Legend, or Titan. I picked Titan. 

 

Explain what Te Whare Tapa Whā is –

Te Whare Tapa Whā is a Māori model of health that explains how our wellbeing is made up of four important parts, like the four walls of a house.

  • Taha tinana – our physical health (our body)
  • Taha hinengaro – our mental and emotional health (our thoughts and feelings)
  • Taha whānau – our social health (our relationships with friends and whānau)
  • Taha wairua – our spiritual health (our beliefs, values, and sense of purpose)

If one wall is weak, the whole house becomes unstable. This shows that we need to look after every part of our hauora, not just our body or our mind, so we can stay balanced and healthy.

Describe your activity in detail –

Today in Health, we played a marshmallow tower game. We went into pairs or groups of three and were given 12 marshmallows and 8 sticks. Our challenge was to build the tallest and most stable tower we could using only those materials. We had to plan our design, communicate with each other, and quickly fix any parts that fell over.

The aim of this game was to work together to build the highest and most stable tower we could with limited resources. It also helped us practise teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and resilience when things didn’t work out.

 

Explain how your hauora was impacted by participating in today’s activity – 

My hauora was positively affected during the game as I was having fun working with my partner and trying different ideas for the tower. This had a positive impact on my taha hinengaro (mental and emotional health) because I felt excited, interested, and curious about how to make the tower better. It also helped my taha whānau (social health) because I had to communicate, share ideas, and listen to my partner, which made our relationship stronger. My taha tinana (physical health) was involved too, as I was using my hands and body to build the tower and move around the table.

 

Explain what is important to know or understand when participating in a game with others –

It is important to understand how to communicate respectfully, listen to others, and work as a team when participating in a game with others. This is because good communication helps everyone share their ideas and feel valued, which makes the game more enjoyable. It is also important to understand fairness and follow the rules so that everyone has an equal chance and no one feels left out or cheated. Another important thing is to be kind and supportive, even if you don’t win, because this helps protect everyone’s hauora and keeps the environment positive for all players.

Pictures of what the activity looked like – 

Drawing Game || Health Class

Hello everyone,

Welcome to another Health blog. Today in Health, we played a drawing game. We had to work in pairs and sit back-to-back. One person had to pick a picture and then explain it to their partner, who had to draw it without seeing the original. It was very fun and interesting to see how the drawings turned out.

In this blog, I will be answering some questions related to today’s activity. For our blog task, we had to choose a level: Ace, Pro, Legend, or Titan. I picked Titan because I knew what I wanted to write.

Explain what Te Whare Tapa Whā is –

Te Whare Tapa Whā is a Māori model of health that explains how our wellbeing is made up of four important parts, like the four walls of a house.

  • Taha tinana – our physical health (our body)
  • Taha hinengaro – our mental and emotional health (our thoughts and feelings)
  • Taha whānau – our social health (our relationships with friends and whānau)
  • Taha wairua – our spiritual health (our beliefs, values, and sense of purpose)

If one wall is weak, the whole house becomes unstable. This shows that we need to look after every part of our hauora, not just our body or our mind, so we can stay balanced and healthy.

Describe your activity in detail –

Our activity was a partner drawing game. We were put into pairs and had to sit back-to-back so we couldn’t see each other’s papers. One person in the pair was the describer, and the other person was the drawer.

The describer was given a picture and had to explain what it looked like using only words. They weren’t allowed to show the picture or use hand gestures because we were facing away from each other. The drawer had to listen carefully to the instructions and try to draw the picture as accurately as possible.

We had turns, so my buddy got to do 2, and I got to do 1, but it was interesting how the pictures turned out. I feel my buddy did a better job than me in describing.

Explain how your hauora was impacted by participating in today’s activity –

  • Taha hinengaro (mental and emotional health): My mental and emotional health was positively affected because the activity was fun and made me feel relaxed. I had to concentrate and think carefully about how to describe or understand the instructions. It was also a bit challenging, but in a good way. I felt proud and amused when I saw the final drawing, even if it wasn’t perfect.

  • Taha whānau (social health): This activity helped my social health because I had to work closely with my partner. We needed to trust each other and communicate clearly. We also laughed together when we compared the pictures, which helped build our relationship and made the classroom feel more connected and supportive.

Explain what is important to know or understand when participating in a game with others –

When participating in a game with others, it is important to understand:

  1. Clear communication – You need to listen carefully and speak clearly so everyone knows what to do. In our drawing game, good communication was the key to getting the picture right. If the instructions are confusing, people can feel frustrated or left out.

  2. Teamwork – Many games, like the one we played, rely on working together. Teamwork means helping each other, listening to each other, and trying your best as a pair or group. Good teamwork makes the activity more successful and fun.

  3. Having a positive attitude – It’s important to remember that games are for learning and having fun, not just for winning or being perfect. A positive attitude helps you enjoy the experience, even if the drawing doesn’t turn out exactly right. This is important because it supports your hauora and the hauora of others.

 

Pictures of the activity –

 

Thank you for reading my blog today,

Shreeya

Hauora – Health Class

Hello, welcome back to another blog post.

Today in health, we played a fun game called water pong. We had to form groups of 2 or 3 and play water pong. Sadly, my partner and I didn’t win out of 2, but it was very fun.

After that, we had to do a blog task. We had to choose one of the following: ace, pro, legend or titan, and I picked titan. So in this blog, I will be answering the questions given for the Titan task.

 

Questions –

Explain what Te Whare Tapa Whā is –

Te Whare Tapa Whā is a Māori model of health that explains how our wellbeing is made up of four important parts, like the four walls of a house.

  • Taha tinana – our physical health (our body)
  • Taha hinengaro – our mental and emotional health (our thoughts and feelings)
  • Taha whānau – our social health (our relationships with friends and whānau)
  • Taha wairua – our spiritual health (our beliefs, values, and sense of purpose)

If one wall is weak, the whole house becomes unstable. This shows that we need to look after every part of our hauora, not just our body or our mind, so we can stay balanced and healthy.

 

Describe your activity in detail –

Today in Health, we played a game called water pong. We had a table with plastic cups set up in a triangle shape at each end. Each cup contained some water. We were in teams, standing on opposite sides of the table.

The aim of the game was to throw a ping pong ball and try to land it in the other team’s cups. If the ball landed in a cup, that cup was taken away. We took turns throwing the ball and cheering for our team. The team that got rid of all the other team’s cups first was the winner.

 

Explain how your hauora was impacted by participating in today’s activity –

Taha tinana (physical):
My physical health was impacted because I was standing up, moving around the table, and using my hand and eye coordination to throw the ball. It wasn’t very intense exercise, but I was still using my body instead of just sitting down.

Taha hinengaro (mental/emotional):
My mental and emotional health were positively impacted because the game was fun and made me feel happy and relaxed. I had to focus and concentrate on aiming the ball, which kept my mind active. I also felt a bit nervous and excited when it was my turn.

Taha whānau (social):
My social health improved because I was working in a team, communicating, and encouraging my classmates. We laughed together and supported each other, which helped strengthen our relationships.

Taha wairua (spiritual):
My spiritual health was impacted because I felt a sense of belonging in the class. Playing together helped me feel more connected and included. It also reminded me that having fun, being respectful, and showing good sportsmanship are important values to me.

 

Explain what is important to know or understand when participating in a game with others. Make sure you say why this is important –

When playing a game with others, it is important to:

Follow the rules – This is important because it keeps the game fair for everyone and stops arguments.

Show respect and good sportsmanship – Being kind, not teasing others, and congratulating people even if you lose is important because it helps everyone feel safe and comfortable.

Communicate with your team – Talking and listening to your teammates is important so you can work together, make a plan, and support each other.

Include everyone – Making sure everyone gets a turn, and no one is left out, is important because it helps people feel valued and part of the group.

Stay calm and control your emotions – This is important because getting too angry or frustrated can ruin the game for others and damage friendships.

 

Thats all for my blog today, I hope you found it interesting,

Shreeya

PTSD – Health Class

Hello everyone, welcome back to my blog. This week in health class, we explored emotional disorders, with a focus on OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). We had some engaging discussions and answered questions about these conditions, which really deepened our understanding. In this post, I’ll share my insights about emotional disorders, specifically OCD and PTSD, as well as my tasks, reflection, and conclusion. I hope you find this informative. Enjoy!

Understanding Emotional Disorders

Emotional disorders are mental health conditions that significantly impact an individual’s ability to manage emotions. These disorders can shape how people think, feel, and behave, ultimately affecting their daily lives, relationships, and self-esteem. This week, my class went into two critical emotional disorders: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). These conditions can create substantial challenges for those who experience them, but understanding and awareness can pave the way for effective support and coping strategies.

 

Focus on PTSD

Definition:
Post-traumatic stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that occurs following a traumatic event. It can manifest in various ways and often hinders the individual’s ability to move forward after experiencing something distressing.

Examples:
1. Car Accidents: A survivor may have flashbacks or intrusive thoughts related to the crash.
2. Violent Encounters: Witnessing or being a victim of violence can trigger intense emotional reactions long after the event.
3. Natural Disasters: Events like floods or earthquakes can lead to severe anxiety and fear of similar occurrences in the future.

What Does PTSD Look Like?
– Physically: Symptoms may include fatigue, restlessness, and a heightened startle response.
– Mentally: Individuals might experience intrusive memories, nightmares, and difficulty concentrating.
– Emotionally: Feelings of detachment, irritability, and overwhelming sadness can pervade daily life.

3 Ways to Help:
1. Be a Supportive Listener: Encourage open conversations about their feelings and experiences.
2. Encourage Professional Help: Gently suggest therapy or counselling as a means to navigate their emotions.
3. Promote Healthy Coping Mechanisms: Introduce relaxation techniques such as meditation, yoga, or journaling.

 

Focus on OCD

Definition:
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterised by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours (compulsions) that individuals feel compelled to perform.

Examples:
1. Cleaning Rituals: A person might feel the urge to wash their hands multiple times, fearing contamination.
2. Checking Behaviours: Continuously checking locks or appliances, driven by the fear of something terrible happening.
3. Orderliness: An overwhelming need to arrange items in a specific way, creating distress if that order is disrupted.

What Does OCD Look Like?
– Physically: Individuals may exhibit signs of anxiety, such as fidgeting or avoidance behaviours.
– Mentally: The sensation of having thoughts that one cannot shake off, leading to mental fatigue.
– Emotional: Individuals often feel intense fear, frustration, and helplessness due to their compulsive behaviours.

3 Ways to Help:

1. Educate Yourself and Others: Understanding OCD can reduce stigma and misinterpretation of the disorder.
2. Offer Emotional Support: Sometimes, just being there to listen can make a significant difference.
3. Promote Professional Guidance: Encourage seeking help from mental health professionals skilled in cognitive-behavioural therapy.

 

Task –

You have just learnt about 2 different types of emotional disorders. With the knowledge and further research, choose 1 to make an awareness campaign poster. Please blog your poster at the end. 

  • Ace
  • Definition and example
  • 3 pictures 
  • What does it look like physically and mentally?
  • Video explaining the emotional disorder

 

  • Pro
  • Definition and 2 examples
  • 3 pictures 
  • What does it look like physically, spiritually and mentally?
  • 3 ways to help
  • Video explaining the emotional disorder

 

  • Legend
  • Definition and 3 examples
  • 3 pictures 
  • What does it look/feel like physically, spiritually, socially and mentally?
  • Link to an Advocacy Campaign 
  • 3 ways to help
  • Video explaining the emotional disorder

Reflection and Conclusion –

I really enjoyed this week’s exploration of emotional disorders, specifically PTSD and OCD. Learning about these conditions not only expanded my understanding but also deepened my empathy towards those affected. Emotional disorders are complex, but they can profoundly impact individuals’ lives in various ways. Through education and awareness, we can create a supportive environment for those battling these challenges.

I hope you found this blog post both engaging and informative, providing insights into emotional disorders based on what I learned in health class this week. Remember, it’s essential to talk about these topics openly, as doing so can break down barriers and promote understanding within our communities.

Thanks for reading

Shreeya

Health – Do you associate with a particular religion?

Hello, welcome back to my blog. Today in health we are answering questions and if you have seen my 1st post, I have answered the question why is it important to learn about other cultures? For this blog post I have to answer the question, Do you associate with a particular religion?

Do you associate with a particular religion?

I come from a Hindu family, and I’m not always open to sharing information about my religion with others because sometimes the questions they ask possibly I might not know. But if I think I know and I am comfortable with the question, then I will be openly able to answer that question. Being from New Zealand with traditional roots from India, I have a unique cultural background that I’m proud of. I accept questions about my religion because I understand that many people may not be familiar with it, and I see it as an opportunity to familiarise myself and encourage mutual respect with others. I believe that making sure understanding and respect for each other’s beliefs leads to harmony among people from diverse faiths and backgrounds around the world.

 

Health – Why is it important to learn about other cultures?

Hello, welcome back to my blog. Today in health we are learning and answering questions by writing a short blog post. We had to answer the question, Why is it important to learn about other cultures?  Here is my answer:

Why is it important to learn about other cultures?

From my point of view, it is important to learn about other cultures because we can find the knowledge we need about diversity and its understanding. By learning about different cultures, we can gain a more comprehensive perspective and identity of each culture. Understanding and respecting other cultures also allows us to work effectively in a globalized world and build meaningful connections with other people from diverse backgrounds. Yet, cultural diversity increases our stamina and contributes to a more balanced and connected world.

What is Cultural Diversity and Why Does it Matter? - Hourly, Inc.

Are NZ CEOs 'walking the talk' on diversity? | HRD New Zealand

Vitamin E – Health

Hello there, and welcome back to my blog. Today AlT discuss all things about health and wellness! Today, I am so excited to share my health class experience with you. We were learning about the importance of vitamins and minerals in our diet. As you may already know, these essential nutrients are important in keeping our bodies healthy and functioning properly.

 

As part of our lesson, we were assigned a task to create a poster about a specific vitamin or mineral. I chose vitamin E, an important vitamin that helps protect our cells from damage caused by free radicals. I was amazed to learn that vitamin E has so many benefits for our body, including its ability to improve skin texture, support eye health, and boost our immune system.

 

To create my poster, I used the online design tool, Canva. It was so much fun to use and allowed me to be creative and craft my poster to my liking. I decided to focus on the benefits of vitamin E for hair and skin health. Did you know that vitamin E can help with hair growth and prevent hair loss? It also helps to hydrate and moisturize the skin, reducing the signs of ageing.

 

Overall, I had a great time learning about vitamins and minerals in class and creating my poster. It was truly fascinating to learn about the wonders of vitamin E and how it can help keep us healthy. I hope you enjoyed reading about my experience and learned something new today. Be sure to stay tuned for more exciting health-related content coming your way!

 

Website(s) I used –

What Is Canva And How Does It Work? Tips & Tricks Canva – I made my poster on it

Google logo - Wikipedia Google – Search some information

 

Here is the poster

Thanks for reading, bye

Shreeya

Healthy Eating – Health

Welcome back to my blog. Today in health class, we had to create a healthy eating poster in which we planned a healthy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for six days. My buddy and I made it on paper, and I’ll be blogging about it soon.

For today’s task, we had to express our agreement or disagreement with the statement: ‘Eating healthy foods is important because it helps our physical and mental well-being.’

I strongly agree with this statement because eating healthy foods is crucial for our physical and mental well-being. Consuming sugary, fat, and fast foods is not good for our health, and it can lead to severe health problems such as obesity and diabetes. By incorporating healthy foods into our diet, we can reduce the risk of such health issues.

As an example, let’s take McDonald’s big breakfast, which contains a warm biscuit, savoury hot sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, and golden brown hotcakes with a side of real butter and sweet maple sauce. All of this together amounts to 1,340 calories, which is quite high.

 

A website I used –

Google Logo and symbol, meaning, history, PNG, brand Google – I used google for the images below and some information.

Healthy Eating Plate | The Nutrition Source | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

DON’T EAT TOO MUCH SUGAR

Sugar on top: Cut the sweetener for a healthy change - Simply Dental

Healthy eating - reduce your risk of developing heart disease - BHF

Self Esteem – ( Health )

Greetings, everyone! I’m thrilled to have you back on my blog. Today, we had a fascinating activity focused on self-esteem. The task involved three activities to choose from: Ace, Pro, and Legend. Currently, I’m undertaking the Legend task, which requires a blog post. Fortunately, I had already completed the Pro task, giving me a solid understanding of what self-esteem is. However, the Legend task is the only one that necessitates a blog post, making it even more exciting and challenging. So, let’s get started!

Here is the task I did

Statement: Self-esteem is how we value and perceive ourselves. It’s based on our opinions and beliefs about ourselves, which can feel difficult to change. We might also think of this as self-confidence.

Create a blog post either agreeing or disagreeing with this comment. Remember how you see yourself over time can also change.

Answer- According to the task statement, self-esteem is how we value and perceive ourselves, and it is based on our opinions and beliefs about ourselves. This can be difficult to change. We can also think of self-esteem as self-confidence. In this blog post, I will share my thoughts on whether or not I agree with this statement. It’s important to remember that our perception of ourselves can change over time.

Thanks for reading
Shreeya