Emotional fitness is a state of mind that focuses on constructive and creative tasks without letting negative emotions interfere. When negative emotions such as anger, anxiety, or sadness take over the mind, they can be taxing and interfere with the energy needed for daily routines and activities.  Being emotionally fit is key to success, as it is a defense against life's toughest challenges.   

Instead of fighting with difficult emotions, this Wellness Kit teaches strategies to build a higher level of emotional fitness, such as developing self-awareness, managing stress, showing empathy, building resilience, and practicing positive thinking. 

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn what it means to be “emotionally fit”

2. Explore benefits from being emotionally fit

3. Discover how to improve emotional fitness level

The Kit Includes:

Emotional Fitness Guide

Project Plan

Communication Templates

• Leadership Announcement

• Population Announcement

• Week 1-4 Message Board Posts

 Four Email Templates

• Email 1: What is emotional fitness?

• Email 2: Have you heard of the negativity bias?

• Email 3: Improve Your Emotional Fitness Level

• Email 4: Visualization for Self-Improvement

 Two Articles

• Article 1:  Building Resilience

• Article 2: Understanding the Negativity Bias

 Two Activities

• Activity 1: Building Resilience Discussion Group

• Activity 2: Negativity Bias Discussion Group

 Three Handouts

• Handout 1: Breathing Exercises

• Handout 2: Emotional Signs of Stress

• Handout 3: Self-Care Calendar

 One Presentation

• Emotional Fitness PowerPoint