Reflect on how you manage stress in your life and care for your wellbeing. In particular, think about technology and if it is a cause or coping mechanism of stress for you. How has technology impacted your stress levels this year? How can you use technology to support you in you in your wellbeing? 

Technology can both cause and relieve stress, and for me, it does both. At times, it can be a major distraction, making it harder to stay focused. For example, when I’m studying for a test, constant notifications from my phone can redirect my attention, making it difficult to concentrate. As a result, I may doubt the effectiveness of my study session, leading to increased stress and worry about whether I am fully prepared to perform well on the test. On the other hand, technology can also relieve stress, for example, when I am playing video games or watching videos online, it allows me to relax and takes my mind off school and other sources of stress. Technology can be beneficial or harmful, all depending on how you choose to use it.

Core Competency Reflection

a) I find it easy to be part of a group. 

I find it easy to be part of a group because even if I am with people I am unfamiliar with, I can quickly establish a connection by making conversation. I am an extrovert, so I can easily make friends, thus making working with a group of unfamiliar people quite easy.

c) I participate in classroom or group activities that improve the class, school, or community. 

During sports activities in PHE, such as Basketball, Handball, etc., I participated and did my best in the warm-ups, as well as the games. I work with my classmates to play well during the games. If I notice a friend who is injured or needs help, I am always willing to assist them.

f) I demonstrate respectful, inclusive behaviour. 

During games in PHE, when I notice the opposing team is not following the rules, I remind them of the rules, but I remain respectful and patient. Sometimes during sports, there is trash talking, but I do not feel offended or get mad, because I understand it is all part of the competiveness of the game. I do not exclude classmates when we are playing, I try my best to involve every team member so they do not feel neglected from the game.