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Balance Break Lesson Plan

Using a student case study, participants will practice breathing, personalized journaling, positive self‐talk, and mindfulness exercises to self‐regulate stress, reduce anxiety, and boost self‐esteem.

Tailoring techniques to an individual’s experience fosters self‐awareness and empowerment, helping students manage stress, calm anxiety, and build confidence.

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Prep

Review Materials and Customize Case Study

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Case Study

5 minutes

Step 2

Breathing Exercise Practice

8 minutes

Step 3

Personalized Journaling & Self-Talk

8 minutes

Step 4

Mindfulness Activity

8 minutes

Step 5

Affirmation Sharing

5 minutes

Step 6

Group Debrief & Reflection

5 minutes

Step 7

Closing & Take-Home Commitment

6 minutes

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Balance Break: Finding Calm Amidst the Chaos

Today's Agenda & Objectives

Why Cultivate Calm?

4-7-8 Breathing Technique

Let's Practice — 4-7-8 Breathing

Journaling & Positive Self-Talk

Try These Journaling Prompts

Mindfulness & Body Scan

Affirmation Sharing & Reflection

Closing & Take-Home Commitment

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Balance Break: Finding Calm Amidst the Chaos

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