Lesson Plan

Pause & Breathe

Students will learn to recognize early signs of panic and use guided breathing, immersive visualization, and reflective journaling to self-manage overwhelming emotions in the moment.

This lesson equips 7th graders with evidence-based self-management tools to interrupt panic quickly, fostering emotional regulation, resilience, and confidence in stressful situations.

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Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Guided Breathing Practice

4 minutes

Step 3

Visualization Journey

5 minutes

Step 4

Reflective Journaling

4 minutes

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Visualization Journey

Remember to Breathe

Picture Your Safe Place

Engage Your Senses: Sight & Sound

Engage Your Senses: Touch & Scent

Float on a Cloud

Returning to Awareness

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Activity

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Journal

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Can You Pause the Panic?

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