Mindful Moments: Stress Management

Daisy Astorga

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mindful Moments: Stress Management

Practice mindfulness techniques

This lesson introduces high school students to mindfulness and stress management techniques, including breathing exercises and guided imagery. These practices are essential for enhancing overall well-being and can be incorporated into daily routines to help manage stress effectively.

Audience

High School Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Practice mindfulness techniques

Materials

Mindfulness and Stress Management Worksheet, Mindfulness Techniques Handout, Pens, and Quiet space for practice

Step 1

Introduction to Mindfulness

5 mins

Briefly explain what mindfulness is and its benefits for stress management.
Discuss how mindfulness can be integrated into daily life.

Step 2

Breathing Techniques

10 mins

Guide students through a simple breathing exercise (e.g., deep belly breathing).
Encourage students to focus on their breath and notice any changes in their body.

Step 3

Guided Imagery Exercise

10 mins

Lead students through a guided imagery exercise, asking them to visualize a peaceful scene.
Encourage them to engage all their senses in the visualization.

Step 4

Mindfulness Reflection

10 mins

Distribute the 'Mindfulness and Stress Management Worksheet'.
Ask students to reflect on their experience with the exercises and write down their thoughts.

Step 5

Discussion and Sharing

5 mins

Facilitate a discussion where students can share their experiences and insights.
Encourage students to discuss how they might use these techniques in their daily lives.

Step 6

Closure and Take-Home Practice

5 mins

Distribute the 'Mindfulness Techniques Handout'.
Encourage students to practice these techniques at home and reflect on their experiences.

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Worksheet

Mindfulness and Stress Management Worksheet

This worksheet helps students reflect on their mindfulness practice and how it affects their stress levels.

Describe your experience with the breathing exercise. How did it make you feel?

What did you visualize during the guided imagery exercise? How did it affect your mood?

How can you incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine?

Reading

Mindfulness Techniques Handout

This handout provides instructions for practicing mindfulness techniques at home, including breathing exercises and guided imagery.

Mindfulness Techniques for Home Practice

Breathing Exercise:

Find a quiet place to sit comfortably.
Close your eyes and take a deep breath in through your nose, filling your lungs.
Hold for a moment, then slowly exhale through your mouth.
Repeat for 5-10 minutes.

Guided Imagery:

Sit or lie down in a comfortable position.
Close your eyes and imagine a peaceful scene, such as a beach or forest.
Engage all your senses: what do you see, hear, smell, and feel?
Spend 5-10 minutes in this visualization.

Practice these techniques daily to enhance your well-being and manage stress.