Size of Problem
You break a pencil
Small problem
A classmate starts yelling at another student since he or she thinks that person cheated at a game.
Big reaction, small problem
True or False
Meditation, yoga, and deep breathing are all examples of mindfulness
True
You lose a game during recess and scream at people.
Amygdala
Guard Dog
Someone walked by and accidentally pushed you. You did not fall over and did not get hurt.
Small
A friend shares that her parents are getting a divorce and she has been crying every day.
Big reaction, big problem
True or False
Some benefits of mindfulness include being better focused, feeling more calm, and managing your feelings better.
True
Your classmate is kicking your chair and you ask them nicely to stop.
PFC
Wise Owl
You have a family member who is very sick and is in the hospital
Big
Your friend says she needs some space from you this week since you two had a disagreement. You give her some space and spend time with other friends.
Medium reaction, medium problem
Name 1 step for Mindfulness Meditation
1) Sit up
2) Close your eyes.
3) Focus on your breathing
You remember to use a calming tool when you are frustrated.
PFC because it is a wise choice
or Hippocampus because you remember your tools.
A classmate is gossiping about you and it has happened one or two times. You have not tried talking with the classmate yet.
Medium
A friend shares that she feels so anxious because of the pandemic that she is not able to go to sleep or focus in school. She has not told anyone but you.
Big reaction, big problem
What is Part of the Brain do you use when you are practicing Mindfulness?
Prefrontal Cortex
Thinking Brain
Wise Owl
A friend is being mean and you start to cry. When the teacher asks you about it you can't talk because you are still crying.
Amygdala
Your group of friends are fighting this week and asking you to take sides.
A friend says mean things about another classmate since this person has been making faces at her in class.
Big reaction, small problem
Why is Mindfulness good for you?
-To not get caught up worrying about the future or the past
-To be more alert to what is happening in the present moment and be grateful
-To practice deep breathing, which relaxes our body and mind.
Your best friend tells you to do something wrong. You decide not to listen.
PFC