Lesson Plan

Stress Less Lesson Plan

Students will identify personal stressors and practice three coping techniques—deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and positive self-talk—to build self-awareness and reduce everyday stress.

Teaching stress management empowers students to handle academic and social pressures, boosting their mental well-being, focus, and resilience both in and out of the classroom.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Stress

5 minutes

Step 2

Deep Breathing Exercise

10 minutes

Step 3

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

10 minutes

Step 4

Positive Self-Talk Activity

10 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Wrap-Up

10 minutes

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Stress Less: Master Your Calm

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What Is Stress?

Stress Trigger Brainstorm

Deep Breathing Exercise

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Positive Self-Talk Activity

Reflection & Wrap-Up

Take-Home Strategies

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Stress Less: Master Your Calm

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Michelle Melick

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