Lesson Plan
Guided Emotional Journaling Plan
Students will identify and reflect on personal emotional triggers through guided journaling prompts and practice self-regulation strategies in a supportive small-group setting.
Building emotional awareness and self-regulation skills promotes resilience, supports mental well-being, and enhances students’ ability to manage stress and engage positively in academic and social contexts.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Organize Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Norms
5 minutes
Step 2
Prompt Overview
5 minutes
Step 3
Independent Journaling
10 minutes
Step 4
Pair/Small-Group Share
7 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closure
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Welcome to the Feelings Journal
Session Objectives
Why Journaling Helps
Group Norms
Today’s Prompts
Writing Your Responses
Independent Journaling
Pair & Share
Reflection & Next Steps

Journal

