Lesson Plan

Stress Management Blueprint

Students will recognize personal stress triggers and apply practical techniques—stress meter check-in, mindful breathing, and reflection—to manage stress and enhance life balance.

Teaching stress management equips 7th graders with lifelong coping skills, improves emotional well-being, and fosters resilience and focus both in school and daily life.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Stress Meter Check-In

5 minutes

Step 2

Introduction: Understanding Stress & Balance

10 minutes

Step 3

Activity: Mindful Breathing Workshop

20 minutes

Step 4

Cool-Down: Reflection Circle

10 minutes

Step 5

Closure: Stress-Management Takeaway

5 minutes

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Balance & Well-Being

Learning Objectives

What Is Stress?

Common 7th Grade Stressors

What Is Life Balance?

Introduction to Mindful Breathing

Deep Belly Breathing

Box Breathing

4-7-8 Breathing

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Warm Up

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Activity

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Cool Down

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How Do You Handle Stress?

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