Winter Wellness: Self-Care Plans

Judy Nascimento

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Winter Wellness: Self-Care Plans

Create personalized self-care plans

In this lesson, students will learn to create personalized self-care plans to manage stress and enhance well-being during the holiday season. This activity encourages mindfulness and self-awareness by helping students identify enjoyable strategies and activities. It is important as it equips students with tools to handle stress and promotes mental health.

Audience

Grades 6-8 Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Create personalized self-care plans

Materials

Self-Care Plan Worksheet, Discussion Guide, and Pens and Paper

Step 1

Introduction to Self-Care

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what self-care means.
Ask students why self-care might be important, especially during the holiday season.
Highlight the benefits of self-care, such as reducing stress and improving mental health.

Step 2

Creating Self-Care Plans

15 mins

Distribute the Self-Care Plan Worksheet to each student.
Guide students through the worksheet, encouraging them to think about activities they enjoy and strategies that help them relax.
Allow students to personalize their plans with drawings or additional notes.

Step 3

Reflection and Sharing

10 mins

Invite students to share one or two items from their self-care plans with the class.
Facilitate a discussion using the Discussion Guide to explore different self-care strategies.
Encourage students to reflect on how they can incorporate these plans into their daily lives.

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Worksheet

Self-Care Plan Worksheet

This worksheet helps students create a personalized self-care plan by identifying activities and strategies they enjoy.

List three activities that help you relax and feel happy.

Think about hobbies, sports, or creative activities you enjoy.

Identify two strategies you can use to manage stress during the holidays.

Consider breathing exercises, meditation, or talking to a friend.

Write down one goal for maintaining your well-being over the holiday season.

This could be related to physical health, mental health, or social connections.

Discussion

Self-Care Discussion Guide

This guide provides questions to facilitate a discussion on self-care strategies and their importance.

Why is self-care important, especially during stressful times?

Discuss how self-care can help manage stress and improve overall well-being.

What are some self-care activities you enjoy?

Encourage students to share their favorite activities and explore new ideas.

How can you incorporate self-care into your daily routine?

Discuss practical ways to make self-care a regular part of life, even with a busy schedule.