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Mindful Tech: Balancing Screen Time and Self-Care

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Lesson Plan

Mindful Tech: Balancing Screen Time and Self-Care

Students will reflect on their screen time habits and learn mindfulness techniques to create a balanced approach to digital and offline activities.

This lesson helps students understand the impact of digital habits on wellbeing and equips them with practical self-care strategies for a healthier digital life.

Audience

Middle to High School Students

Time

60 minutes

Approach

Guided discussion, reflective activities, and mindfulness exercises

Materials

Mindful Tech Slide Deck, Screen Time Reflection Worksheet, and Discussion Prompts

Prep

Lesson Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

15 minutes

  • Introduce the lesson objectives using the Mindful Tech Slide Deck.
  • Pose initial questions to the class about their daily screen time and digital habits.
  • Set the stage for reflective dialogue on the balance between digital and offline activities.

Step 2

Reflection Activity

20 minutes

  • Distribute the Screen Time Reflection Worksheet.
  • Allow students time to complete the worksheet individually, noting their screen time patterns and feelings associated with digital use.
  • Encourage students to identify moments when excessive screen time affected their wellbeing.

Step 3

Mindfulness Exercise

10 minutes

  • Lead a guided mindfulness exercise focused on grounding and stress relief.
  • Connect the exercise to the importance of self-care and taking mindful breaks during tech usage.
  • Relate how mindfulness can be integrated into everyday digital habits.

Step 4

Wrap-Up & Action Plan

5 minutes

  • Facilitate a brief group discussion using the Discussion Prompts to share takeaways.
  • Ask students to set one personal goal to balance their screen time with self-care practices.
  • Summarize key points from the lesson and discuss real-life applications.
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Slide Deck

Mindful Tech: Balancing Screen Time and Self-Care

Welcome! Today we'll explore how our digital habits affect our wellbeing and learn strategies to maintain a healthy balance between screen time and self-care.

Introduce the topic and objectives of the lesson. Emphasize the importance of balancing screen time with self-care. Mention that today's lesson will help explore digital habits and learn mindfulness techniques to support wellbeing.

Reflecting on Screen Time

• How much time do you spend on devices?
• How do you feel after long periods of screen time?
• Can you identify times when digital use affected your mood?

Let's think about these questions as we begin our reflection.

Discuss current screen time habits and prompt students to think about their own usage. Ask students about how they feel after prolonged screen time.

Mindfulness & Self-Care Techniques

Mindfulness can help you become aware of your digital habits. Techniques include:
• Deep breathing exercises
• Short mindfulness breaks
• Reflecting on digital habits

Practice these techniques regularly to enhance wellbeing.

Introduce mindfulness techniques and explain how these can be integrated into everyday life to improve focus and reduce stress. Guide a short mindfulness exercise if time permits.

Wrap-Up & Action Plan

• Share key takeaways and insights
• Discuss how digital habits impact wellbeing
• Set a personal goal to balance screen time with self-care

Remember: Small changes can lead to big improvements in your digital lifestyle!

Summarize the lesson. Encourage students to set a personal goal for balancing their screen time with offline activities. Facilitate discussion using provided prompts.

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Discussion

Discussion Prompts: Mindful Tech

Below are a set of prompts designed to foster thoughtful conversation and reflection about the balance of screen time and self-care. Use these prompts to encourage participation, share personal experiences, and deepen understanding of how digital habits can impact overall wellbeing. Remember to create a safe and respectful space where everyone feels comfortable to share.

Opening Questions

  • What does a typical day of screen time look like for you?


  • How do you feel physically and mentally after long periods of digital use?


  • Can you share a moment when you noticed that too much screen time affected your mood or focus?


Reflection on Digital Habits

  • What are some positive experiences you’ve had with technology, and how do they balance with any challenges?


  • In what ways does using technology help you, and in what scenarios can it become overwhelming?


  • How do you decide when to take a break from your devices? What are some signs that you might need one?


Mindfulness & Self-Care Strategies

  • Have you ever tried any mindfulness techniques or self-care routines during your screen time? If yes, which ones worked best for you and why?


  • What simple changes could you make to incorporate mindful breaks into your daily digital routine?


  • How might mindfulness help you manage distractions or stress related to digital consumption?


Looking Forward: Personal Goals

  • After reflecting on these questions, what is one specific goal you can set to improve the balance between your screen time and self-care?


  • How will you track your progress towards that goal over the upcoming weeks?


Wrap-Up Discussion

  • What is one key takeaway from today's lesson that you plan on applying in your daily routine?


  • In what ways do you think discussing these experiences as a group helps in understanding our digital habits better?


Feel free to jot down your thoughts on these prompts before sharing, and remember to listen actively to your peers. Happy discussing!

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