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
1) Wait and cool down
2) Go to another activity
3) Walk away and let it go
What has a mouth but never talks?
A river
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
1) Ignore it
2) Talk It Out
3) Tell them to stop
What can travel around the world while staying in the same spot?
A stamp
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 3 steps for Mindfulness Meditation
1) Sit up
2) Close your eyes.
3) Focus on your breathing
A friend is mad at you that you decided to play with another friend during recess
You can solve the medium problem by:
1) talking it out
2) Use an "I" message
3) Wait and cool down
What begins with T, ends with T, and has T in it?
A teapot
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
Name 1 Mindfulness Activity.
Fly like an eagle. Combine movement with deep breathing in this exercise. As …
Bring on the glitter. To calm down, shake up a glitter jar and then watch and …
Paint nature. Nothing calms kids like connecting with nature. Collect an …
Take a golden moment. Sound is a powerful tool in resetting the nervous …
You feel anxious about being at school during the pandemic, especially since several classmates are in quarantine.
1) Practice Mindfulness
2) Talk it out with a trusted adult
3) Focus on what you can control (masking, washing hands, doing well in school)
What breaks when you say it?
Silence
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
How does Mindfulness help you stay in the present moment? Why is that 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 prank another classmate who has been annoying him or her. You are also friends with the classmate so you feel stuck in the middle.
1) Practice mindfulness to think through your choices
2) Use an "I" Message
The more you take, the more you leave behind
Footsteps