Which emotion am I?
I feel like smiling, my heart feels light, and things feel simple and exciting.
I could be feeling: happy!
What kinds of thoughts do you have when you are feeling stressed?
For example, I could be thinking:
"I feel so anxious,"
"I can't do this, it's too much!"
"Nothing seems to be going right."
Do you have any other examples?
🏇Grounding exercise!🏇
Look around the room. Name three things that you see in this room that are blue.
Why do you think we asked this question? What purpose did it serve?
Think of three positive qualities about yourself.
Three volunteers from your class can share an "I am....." statement with a positive quality that they like about themselves.
True or False: You can practice mindfulness anywhere and anytime.
True. You can practice mindfulness in your desk, while you're walking, even while you're sitting here, right now!
I am crying, I have the blues, and my shoulders feel slumped.
I could be: sad 😔
Your ELA teacher is about to pass out a test. You feel your muscles tense up, and your chest becomes tight. What could you be thinking?
For example, I might be thinking...
"I'm going to fail this test,"
"I'm not ready for this,"
"This is going to be too hard for me."
Does anyone have any other examples?
A friend said something during recess that made me angry. What is an example of one strategy I can use and practice to calm my body and mind in this moment?
For example, I could....
Pause and take three deep breaths.
Write down what I would say to my friend.
Draw a picture of how I feel.
What else could I do?
Imagine you are feeling down and a little lonely. What is one way that you could take care of yourself?
For example, I could....
Give myself a hug.
Go for a walk with a loved one.
Make a list of people and things I love.
Are there any other ways you can care for yourself?
True or False: Practicing mindfulness might make you feel happier.
True!
My jaw is clenched, my hands are sweaty, and I feel worried.
I could be: anxious 😖
What kinds of thoughts do you have when you feel angry?
For example, I could be thinking...
"This is not what I want!"
"I don't like this."
"This is so unfair!"
And lots of others. Can you think of some other examples?
When you feel happy, where do you feel it in your body?
For example, I could be smiling, my chest could be open, my heart could feel warm. There are no wrong answers! Everyone's body is different! 😊
Close your eyes and notice the different sounds you can hear. Name as many as you can.
Any answer is welcome! We'll take three responses.
This is an example of a grounding exercise which uses your sense to help you feel calm and safe in your body.
True or False: Mindfulness helps with controlling your thoughts.
TRUE! Mindfulness changes your brain! With practice, you can change how your mind and body reacts to uncomfortable feelings.
Name an emotion you may be feeling if you trip and fall in front of people.
I could be feeling: embarrassed, anxious, sad.
What are some thoughts that you have when you feel excited?
For example, you could be thinking.....
"I want to jump up and down!"
"I want to tell everyone how excited I am!"
"This is going to be so much fun!"
And lots of other things. Can you think of another example?
Come up with 3 neutral or positive messages you can say to yourself when you are having a hard time.
For example,
"I'm awesome anyway."
"I always try to my best."
There are no wrong answers! How can you soothe yourself?
Imagine you are having a negative thought like, "I can never do anything right." What can you say to yourself to challenge or counteract this negative thought?
For example....
"Well, yesterday I drew a picture I really liked."
"My closest people love me."
"What matters most is that I keep trying my best."
True or False: Mindfulness is always a serious practice.
False. Mindfulness can be viewed with curiosity, openness, and fun. :)
I just got a surprise present from someone I love, and I can't wait to go and play with it and show my friends.
I could be feeling: excited, grateful, joyful. 😇
What is one difference in your body when you feel nervous vs. when you feel calm?
For example: my shoulders might be tight when I feel nervous vs. relaxed when I feel calm; my breathing might be faster when I feel nervous vs. slower when I feel calm;My hands may be clammy when I'm nervous vs. dry when I'm calm.
Can you think of any other examples?
🌪ACTIVITY CARD! 🌪
Superhero Pose :)
🌪ACTIVITY CARD!🌪
Demonstrate to your class how to do Five-Finger-Breathing, and lead them through a round of the exercise. If you complete it quietly and mindfully, you will receive the points!
True or False: Listening to music with your eyes closed is an example of a mindful activity.
True!