Lesson Plan

Personal Mindfulness Protocol

Student will engage in a 20-minute, individualized mindfulness session to practice stress-reducing breathing and body-awareness techniques, then reflect on their emotional state.

Equips the student with self-regulation tools to manage anxiety, improve focus, and build resilience through regular, guided practice.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials & Prepare Space

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Body Scan

3 minutes

Step 2

Introduction & Goal Setting

2 minutes

Step 3

Guided Breathing Practice

7 minutes

Step 4

Reflection & Journaling

5 minutes

Step 5

Closing & Progress Monitoring

3 minutes

Slide Deck

Breathe and Be Present

Welcome the student and introduce today’s mindful breathing session. Mention that this deck will guide them through simple breathing steps to reduce stress and improve focus.

What is Mindful Breathing?

Define mindful breathing. Emphasize noticing each breath, slowing down, and staying present without judging thoughts that arise.

Step 1: Inhale

Ask the student to place one hand on their belly. Instruct them to inhale through their nose, letting the belly rise. Count aloud slowly.

Step 2: Exhale

Guide the student to exhale through the mouth, gently pressing lips. Encourage release of tension with each breath.

Let’s Practice

Lead the student through 5 cycles. Maintain a steady pace. Offer gentle cues if they rush or hold tension.

Reflect on Your Breath

Invite the student to observe any changes in body or mind. Highlight that noticing these changes is part of mindfulness. Transition to journaling next.