Stress management presentation topics

Greetings,

One thing I intended to ask you all today, being of curious mind, was what your topics were for the stress management talks.

So I know about Michaela’s boxing techniques, Charlene’s flower making expertise, and I saw some stress balls floating around the room, which all looked fantastic! As I recall from last week’s chat, Jordan was discussing massage and relaxation.

Do let me know what the other subjects were and which ones you particularly liked!

Yours in nosiness (and taking a genuine interest in cross unit skills development!),

Mark

Meaghan Ramsey: Why thinking you're ugly is bad for you (second practice Listening example)

About 10,000 people a month Google the phrase, “Am I ugly?” 

Meaghan Ramsey of the Dove Self-Esteem Project has a feeling that many of them are young girls. 

In a deeply unsettling talk, she walks us through the surprising impacts of low body and image confidence - from lower grade point averages to greater risk-taking with drugs and alcohol. And then shares the key things all of us can do to disrupt this reality. 

Please feel free to comment on the presentation after the class in the comments box. Remember, this is a totally different type, style, form of presentation from the Jamie Oliver talk. But nevertheless, one worthy of clear critique following the 5 part questions we looked at last Thursday.

Bedtime social media use may be harming UK teenagers, study says

https://www.theguardian.com/media/2019/feb/22/bedtime-social-media-use-may-be-harming-uk-teenagers-study-says

Teenagers in Britain may be putting their health and education at risk by spending too much time on social media at bedtime, according to a major study by academics at the University of Glasgow into adolescent sleep habits.

I think this is worth a look and some feedback on the content.

Can you recognise the pattern in your own children if you are a parent? Do you agree, disagree, partly agree with the findings?

Very interesting.

PTSD / Mental Health BBC reports

Hi all,


I have been reading a couple of stories on the BBC website on the theme of post-traumatic stress disorder lately.


Those of you who attended James' assessed presentation will remember the problems PTSD sufferers encounter on a daily basis.


Both articles are of general interest and any comments you have on either or both for discussion are welcomed as always.


The first link is headed PTSD affects 'one in 13 by age of18' and highlights the findings of the first research of its kind.


The second link is headed Armed forces with mental health problems 'failed by system' and makes reference to a recent report which found many servicemen and women often do not seek help because of the stigma around mental health problems and the fear of damaging their career.


Link 1: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-47317891


Link 2: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-47351645

A final visual rejoinder to the Jamie Oliver presentation...

It reminds me of a joke I used to tell as a wee boy.

Q. What is green and goes to summer camp?

A. A Brussels scout...

I'll get my coat!

(I am aware what these veggies are by the way, ha ha).

Have a great weekend.

Mark

Dyslexia in animation and music

https://youtu.be/F9SxijF8VRc

Thank you to Myra who sent me this fabulous link which goes some way to help explain about the challenges of dyslexia.

I took a screenshot from the link and I’d encourage everybody to have a look at this.

I found the short presentation uplifting, inspirational, educational, thought-provoking and very insightful indeed.

I have shared the link far and wide on social media and with friends and colleagues.

Mark

Listening analysis class recap

Hello all,

Another very productive class today where we looked at some interesting discussion issues (such as online Doctors), heard about an excellent engaging presentation from a UWS employee and analysed Jamie Oliver's presentation.

We looked at questions 2-5 today in class and I have given you some sample answers. There are many ways to analyse an oral presentation using evaluative and analytical techniques, right?

In the sample answers I have included a summary which is bullet-pointed. You don't have to do the summary at home, I haven't set homework, but if you do, you could cross-check against my thoughts. But having the sample answers should be very helpful for you.

I was having a quick chat with Simbi and Clare before they both left tonight and we ended up talking about GPs and associated issues.

I was telling them about my mum who must have strong genes as she is 86 this year, on no medication, in great health, and attributes this to two things: porridge every morning and gin and tonic (not at breakfast!)

We call her the Duchess for a laugh and here she is, wishing you all the best.

Cheers and have a great weekend!