PEP Talk: Intermediate / Program Themes and Activities
Summary & Self-Care
- What are the important “take-away” messages from each of the modules? How are they relevant for healthy relationships?
➢ The facilitator may choose to have the module titles written on the board for the class to refer to
➢ For the ones the class have not spoken to, turn their attention to them (e.g., pointing them out on the board) and ask them what were some of the “take-away” messages
➢ Make sure to quickly review over all the modules - Which modules did you find the most personally relevant? Why?
➢ Follow up with: How can what you learn help you navigate relationships? - Do you have any questions* about any of the content in the modules? For example, something you found confusing and need clarification or something you would like to discuss in more detail?
➢ This is an opportunity for youth to ask clarifying questions or talk about any aspect of any module that they find confusing or difficult to navigate
➢ Make note of the topics that come up as they can serve as themes for further discussion in the future
*Make a box beforehand where individuals can write questions or concerns anonymously and these can be taken up as a class as appropriate - In order to talk about healthy relationships, we need to also talk about the importance of having a healthy relationship with oneself. Engaging in self-care is a way of cultivating a healthier relationships with oneself. What is self care?
➢ Any behaviour or activity that involves taking care of your own well-being
➢ It can also include verbal affirmations/encouragements
➢ The purpose of the activity is to increase your sense of well-being and make you feel good about yourself - Why is self-care important?
➢ It can increase your self-esteem by making you feel better about yourself
➢ It can help you cope with stress in a healthy way and also decrease your experiences of stress
➢ It can help you stay aware of how you are feeling - Why is self-care important for healthy relationships?
➢ When we take care of ourselves, we are more likely to express what we need from others
➢ Self-care can help us set healthy boundaries in relationships with others
➢ Self-care can help us assess how we feel in a social situation (e.g., whether or not we feel comfortable, safe, etc.) - What are some ways you can engage in self-care?
➢ Going for a walk, meditation, yoga, listening to music, reading, making art, journaling, spending time with loved ones, talking to a friend, cooking, being in nature, playing a sport, etc.