Lesson Plan

Mindful Image Guide

Guide a 6th grader through mindfulness and self-reflection activities—including visualization, journaling, slide discussion, and affirmations—to build and sustain a healthy body image.

Early adolescents face social pressures that can harm self-esteem. This individualized lesson fosters healthy self-perception and resilience by combining guided mindfulness with reflective practices.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Prepare Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Welcome & Grounding

2 minutes

Step 2

Guided Visualization

7 minutes

Step 3

Journal Reflection

8 minutes

Step 4

Slide-Based Discussion

5 minutes

Step 5

Affirmation Cool-Down

3 minutes

Slide Deck

Welcome to Your Inner Voice

Use a soft gradient background from #A1887F to #795548. Include a thought-bubble icon next to the title. Greet the student and set a warm tone.

What Is Negative Self-Talk?

Show a large thought bubble filled with cloudy scribbles to represent negative self-talk. Use a darker shade of #8D6E63 for emphasis.

Examples of Negative Self-Talk

Display three separate thought bubbles, each with an example. Use a small “😕” icon next to each negative thought.

Reframing Thoughts

Overlay a smile icon (😊) next to the reframed example. Highlight the positive words in a brighter shade.

Your Turn to Practice

Encourage the student to speak aloud or write directly on this slide. Provide space for their entry.

Affirmation for Today

Use a celebratory smile icon and warm gradient glow behind the text. Invite the student to repeat aloud.