The well-documented dangers of any addictive substance use can include increased risk for many cancers and heart disease. Positive behaviors that improve health include cessation of tobacco use and limiting the intake of alcohol.
Understanding yourself is the key to responsible decision making. When you know your values (the ideas that are most important to you), you can use them as your guide. Knowing and using your strengths can help you stick to a decision you’ve made, even when it is difficult. And being aware of your mental, emotional, and physical state can help you understand what challenges you might face in different situations.
CAUTION Resources
Educator Tools
Download the Big Picture Living Conversation Cards
The Big Picture Living Conversation Cards are designed as a way for schools/programs to introduce Lifestyle Medicine through discussion and activities for each of the 6 Measures.
Reflect & Consider Cards: 4 discussion prompts with information to guide the conversation. The Reflect & Consider Cards are designed to be printed double sided and cut into 4 separate cards. Each card includes a Quick Bite, a short extension activity inspired by the discussion.
Activities: 4 activities to personalize the measure and activate community engagement.
Big Picture Living Teacher/Advisor Guide
The Big Picture Living Teacher/Advisor Guide is intended for advisors and teachers to use with their advisory, for learning plan meetings, Who Am I projects, student-driven real-world projects, and at student exhibitions. This guide incorporates the great work students from all over the world have done in around ACLM’s 6 Measures to other students, schools, their families, and communities.
The Big Picture Living Challenge
Click on the link to download the Big Picture Living Challenge. Fill out the page, snap a photo and share your answer on social media using #BigPictureLivingChallenge.
Big Picture Living Personal Health Plan
Encourage your students to fill out a personal health plan
Big Picture Living Lesson Plans (Google Slides)
ACLM Resources
6 Ways to Take Control of Your Life
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Check out these awesome tips on 6 ways you can take control of your life RIGHT NOW and create a healthier lifestyle for yourself!
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Lifestyle Choices to Boost Immune System
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Having a strong immune system is super important, especially NOW. We need to take care of our bodies more than ever!
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Family Approach to Wellbeing
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Share the benefits of living a balanced lifestyle with your family! Here are some tips to help you get started.
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ACLM's 6 Measure Guides
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Take a deeper dive into each of ACLM's 6 measures by downloading these lifestyle PDFS. You can use them for yourself, your class room or even to share with your friends and family.
ACLM's 6 Measure Assessments
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Track your healthy lifestyle changes and progress by downloading these self assessment questionnaires for each of the 6 measures!