Episode Summary
In this episode of The BAGO Mic, two students talk about dealing with stress and what it feels like in the body and mind. They share what can trigger stress at school, what can trigger stress outside of school, and what helps them calm down.
They discuss school stressors like bullying and people talking constantly. They explain that bullying can hurt someone and that nonstop talking can make it hard to focus and feel calm. They also mention that stress can build up when people won’t stop, and it can lead to feeling mad.
Outside of school, they talk about stress from family expectations and from games—especially when you keep losing in fighting games. They also share how sports can cause stress, like getting mad during basketball when someone pushes you.
The episode closes with simple coping strategies. They mention listening to music, using five-finger breathing, going for a walk, playing a game to reset, and talking to trusted adults when stress feels too big.
Takeaways
• Bullying and constant talking can cause stress at school.
• Family pressure and frustration from games can cause stress at home.
• Sports stress can show up when competition gets physical.
• Stress can lead to anger, yelling, and difficulty communicating.
• Music, breathing strategies, and walks can help calm the body and mind.
• Trusted adults and supportive friends can help when stress feels too big.
Hainipi (hi-Ne Pee)… that means hi, hey, or hello in a friendly way.
Hi everyone! Welcome to The BAGO Mic, powered by student voice—where students lead the way.
We are students from Winnebago Public Schools, broadcasting from the Winnebago Native American Reservation in Winnebago, Nebraska. This podcast is created by us… for the world.
Let’s start by introducing ourselves.
My name is Easton.
My name is Trevor.
Today’s episode is about: Dealing with stress.
Before we begin, we want to share something we’re thankful for:
I’m thankful for my family.
I’m thankful for my family.
Now let’s get into it!
Once again, the topic we are talking about is dealing with stress.
What does stress feel like for you—either in your body or in your mind?
Body. My mind.
What are some things at school that can make students feel stressed?
My family or the teacher talking constantly and just won’t stop.
Bullying, because bullying can hurt someone.
What are some things outside of school that could cause stress?
Family. And games. Because when you’re on a fighting game and you keep losing, that causes stress. And family when they tell you what to do.
I think basketball, because I get mad when I get pushed.
How do you usually know when you are starting to feel stressed?
When they keep talking.
I get mad when I feel stressed.
How can stress affect the way someone acts, talks, or treats others?
Sometimes on games you can get affected by people trash talking and bullying people.
They feel mad and they can barely talk and they yell.
What is something healthy you do to calm yourself down when you feel stressed?
Music and games. Do five-finger breathing.
Who is someone you trust that you can talk to when stress feels too big?
My dad.
A trusted adult.
What is something adults or teachers can do that helps reduce stress for students?
Stop bothering them and stop constantly talking.
They could calm a student down.
How can friends support each other when someone is feeling stressed?
They can go for a walk with you and that’ll calm you down.
They can play a game with them or calm them down.
What advice would you give to another student who is feeling overwhelmed or stressed right now?
Go for a walk. Chill out a little bit.
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Wa’įniginąpšąną (Wa eenee gee nump shana) — thank you all
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