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Mindful Moments: Body Scan Meditation

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Lesson Plan

Mindful Moments: Body Scan Meditation

Develop mindfulness through body scan

In this lesson, students will be introduced to mindfulness through a body scan meditation exercise. This practice will help them develop awareness of their physical and emotional states, promoting relaxation and concentration. By engaging in this exercise, students will learn to focus their attention, reduce stress, and enhance their overall well-being, which is crucial for their academic and personal lives.

Audience

Grade 11 Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Develop mindfulness through body scan

Materials

Yoga mats or comfortable seating, Quiet space, Discussion questions, and Reflection worksheet

Step 1

Introduction to Mindfulness

5 minutes

  • Briefly explain the concept of mindfulness and its benefits.
  • Discuss how mindfulness can help in managing stress and improving focus.
  • Introduce the body scan meditation as a tool for practicing mindfulness.

Step 2

Guided Body Scan Meditation

15 minutes

  • Have students find a comfortable position, either sitting or lying down.
  • Guide them through a body scan meditation, starting from the toes and moving up to the head.
  • Encourage students to notice any sensations, tensions, or areas of relaxation in their bodies.
  • Remind them to breathe deeply and focus on the present moment.

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

10 minutes

  • Distribute the reflection worksheet for students to jot down their experiences and feelings during the meditation.
  • Facilitate a discussion using the provided questions to explore their thoughts and insights.
  • Encourage students to share how they felt before and after the meditation and any changes they noticed.
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Discussion

Mindfulness Discussion

A discussion to explore students' experiences and insights from the body scan meditation.

How did you feel before and after the body scan meditation?

Encourage students to reflect on any changes in their physical or emotional state.







What sensations or thoughts did you notice during the meditation?

Guide students to share specific observations and how they managed distractions.







How can mindfulness practices like this help you in daily life?

Discuss practical applications of mindfulness in managing stress and improving focus.







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Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet for students to reflect on their body scan meditation experience.

Describe any physical sensations you noticed during the body scan.








What emotions or thoughts came up for you during the meditation?








How do you think practicing mindfulness can benefit you in your daily life?








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