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Mindful Goal Setting for New Beginnings

Karry Bazzi

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mindful Goal Setting for New Beginnings

Encourage self-awareness and goal setting

This lesson guides students in setting mindful goals for the new year by reflecting on past achievements and future aspirations. It encourages self-awareness and creates a supportive environment for discussing personal growth aims. This lesson is important as it helps students develop self-reflection skills and set meaningful goals, which are crucial for personal development and success.

Audience

Grades 9-12

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Encourage self-awareness and goal setting

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Discussion Questions, and Goal Setting Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of setting goals and how they can guide personal growth.
  • Explain the concept of mindful goal setting, emphasizing reflection and self-awareness.

Step 2

Reflecting on Past Achievements

10 minutes

  • Distribute post-it notes and pens to each student.
  • Ask students to write down one achievement from the past year they are proud of.
  • Encourage students to share their achievements with a partner or small group.

Step 3

Setting Future Goals

10 minutes

  • Hand out the Goal Setting Worksheet.
  • Guide students through the worksheet, prompting them to think about their aspirations for the new year.
  • Encourage students to set specific, achievable goals and consider the steps needed to reach them.

Step 4

Group Discussion

5 minutes

  • Facilitate a group discussion using the prepared questions.
  • Encourage students to share their goals and discuss how they plan to achieve them.
  • Highlight the importance of supporting each other in their personal growth journeys.

Step 5

Closure

5 minutes

  • Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
  • Encourage students to revisit their goals regularly and adjust them as needed.
  • Thank students for their participation and openness.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to facilitate a group discussion on mindful goal setting and personal growth.

What is one goal you have for the new year?

Encourage students to think about personal, academic, or extracurricular goals.







How can reflecting on past achievements help in setting future goals?

Discuss the importance of learning from past experiences and using them to inform future aspirations.







What steps can you take to achieve your goals?

Guide students to think about actionable steps and resources they might need.







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Worksheet

Goal Setting Worksheet

A worksheet to help students outline their goals for the new year, including steps to achieve them.

Write down one personal goal for the new year.








List three steps you can take to achieve this goal.








Identify any challenges you might face and how you can overcome them.








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