Breathing exercise
Perform three deep breaths and guide a partner through it.
Affirmations
Write down or say three positive affirmations about yourself.
Stress
Toss a stress ball back and forth with a partner for 30 seconds.
Observe
Spend 30 seconds observing your surroundings and noting three things you can see, hear, and feel.
Song
What artist sang the song named after the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number and addresses themes of mental health and suicide prevention?
Stretch
Perform a quick stretching routine focusing on different parts of the body.
Happy moments
Write a sentence or two about something that made you happy recently.
FAMU
Where is the FAMU Office of Counseling Services?
Happy Moment
Mood
Give me 3 songs (name and artist) that you listen to relax.
Comedy show
Share a funny joke or watch a short, funny video clip.
Grateful moments
Write down three things you are grateful for today.
Bonus
Do whatever task your teacher says and get 300 points
Water
Drink a glass of water and discuss the importance of staying hydrated for mental clarity.
Write a kind note to someone in the class and give it to them.
Give a compliment to at least two people in your group.
Personal Mantra
Create a personal mantra or motivational phrase and share it with the group.
Posture Check
Adjust your posture to stand up straight, take a deep breath, and hold the position for 10 seconds.
Song
Sing for 1 minute your favorite song
Group
Reenact a scenario of a student being stressed and your response using FAMU resources
Meditation
Sit quietly for 2 minutes, focusing on your breath and clearing your mind of distractions.
Quick Dance Party
Play a favorite song and have a 1-minute dance break.
Drawing
Spend 3 minutes drawing something that makes you happy
Nature Walk
Take a 5-minute walk outside and note three interesting things you see.
Helpful Resources
Give me three (3) resources