Self-Care Strategies for Success

Elizabeth Diaz

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Self-Care Strategies for Success

Teach self-care strategies

This lesson introduces 10th grade students to essential self-care strategies, including setting boundaries, time management, and relaxation techniques. These skills are crucial for maintaining mental health and preparing students for the demands of adult life. By understanding and practicing these strategies, students can enhance their well-being and academic performance.

Audience

10th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Teach self-care strategies

Materials

Discussion Questions, Self-Care Strategies Worksheet, and Pens and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what self-care means and why it's important.
Ask students to share any self-care practices they currently use.

Step 2

Discussion on Boundaries

10 mins

Use the discussion questions to explore the concept of setting boundaries.
Discuss why boundaries are important for mental health and how they can be set effectively.

Step 3

Time Management Activity

15 mins

Introduce time management techniques such as prioritizing tasks and using planners.
Have students create a simple weekly schedule to practice these techniques.

Step 4

Relaxation Techniques

10 mins

Teach students a few relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or mindfulness exercises.
Practice one technique together as a class.

Step 5

Worksheet Completion

10 mins

Distribute the Self-Care Strategies Worksheet.
Allow students time to complete the worksheet, reflecting on what they've learned.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

Recap the key points of the lesson.
Encourage students to implement at least one self-care strategy in their daily routine.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a discussion on self-care strategies, focusing on setting boundaries and their importance.

What does setting boundaries mean to you?

Encourage students to think about personal limits and how they communicate them to others.

Why is it important to set boundaries in our lives?

Discuss the role of boundaries in maintaining mental health and personal well-being.

Can you share an example of a boundary you have set or would like to set?

Help students identify specific situations where boundaries are necessary.

Worksheet

Self-Care Strategies Worksheet

A worksheet to help students reflect on and apply self-care strategies discussed in the lesson.

List three boundaries you can set to improve your mental health.

Think about areas in your life where you feel overwhelmed.

Describe a time management technique you plan to use.

Consider techniques like prioritizing tasks or using a planner.

Which relaxation technique did you find most helpful and why?

Reflect on the exercises practiced in class.