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Being mindful can help us manage our ______________ in stressful situations
Emotions, thoughts, and/or behaviors
Share an example of how you can use mindfulness at home
Waking up in the morning, getting ready for the day, talking to a family member, eating food, doing homework, getting ready for bed, etc.
Mindfulness means clearing your mind and focusing on the present moment
True
Name 5 things you can see
Mindfulness can help us deal with ____________ (name a negative emotion)
Stress, anxiety, worry, sadness, anger, frustration, depression, etc.
Share an example of how you can use mindfulness at school
Only adults can practice mindfulness
Name 4 things you can touch
When I practice mindfulness, I can feel ____________ (name a positive emotion)
Happy, calm, relaxed, refreshed, energized, excited, relieved, neutral, present, etc.
Where is your favorite place to practice mindfulness?
In my room, outside, etc.
Anyone can practice mindfulness anywhere and anytime
True
Name 3 things you can hear
Create an affirmation or a reminder statement to help you practice mindfulness
examples: I am here. I am okay. I am present. I am alive. I am breathing. I can breathe. I can focus. etc.
Name a fun activity you can do while you practice mindfulness
Listen to music, creating art, spending time with family and friends, playing games, eating food, etc.
Mindfulness can be challenging sometimes
True
Name 2 things you can smell
DOUBLE POINTS: Let's practice a mindfulness technique (boxed breathing)
Breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, breathe out for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, and repeat!
Name a difficult activity you can do while practicing mindfulness
School work, having an argument with a family member or friend, etc.
One way to practice mindfulness is to focus on your breath
Name 1 thing you can taste