What is mindfulness?
Being aware of what's happening in the present moment.
True or False: Mindfulness helps you control your emotions.
True!
What emotion do you notice in yourself right now?
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What is your favorite video game?
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When should we be mindful?
All the time!
True or False: You can practice mindfulness any time, anywhere.
True!
When have you noticed yourself feeling sad?
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Name 2 things you are aware of right now, in this moment.
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What is something that made you smile today?
(Free answer)
Why is mindfulness important?
It helps us stay in control of our emotions, helps us stay focused, and helps us cope with negative emotions.
False!
(It gets easier the more you practice!)
When have you noticed yourself feeling angry?
(Free answer)
Name 3 things you notice in your line of sight right now and describe them.
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What are 4 different things we can be mindful of?
True or False: Being mindful means being calm.
False - you don't have to be totally calm to be mindful. As long as you're being aware of what's happening right here and right now, you're being mindful! Think of when you are doing something really fun and you are "in the zone", like when you're playing sports or a really fun game.
Name 3 different emotions you have noticed in the last week.
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Find 4 different things you can feel right now and describe the texture.
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Share something funny that has happened to you!
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True or False: I have to meditate in order to be mindful.
False - meditation can certainly help with being mindful, but you can practice mindfulness during ANY activity! Remember, being mindful is simply being AWARE of the present moment.
What is the hardest emotion for you to feel and why?
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Name 5 things you can see, 4 things you can feel, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste right now.
(This is called the 5-4-3-2-1 technique)
If you had a spirit animal, what would it be?
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