Welcome the student and introduce the slide deck. Explain that “Identify & Defuse” will help them spot stress signals in their body and mind and learn a quick way to calm down before stress takes over.

Define stress signals. Use an everyday example (e.g., feeling your heart race before a test). Ask the student to share if they’ve noticed any similar sensations.

Review each physical sign. Invite the student to point out which ones they’ve experienced. You can mimic a racing heart by tapping your chest, or tense shoulders by hunching.

Discuss emotional cues. Ask the student to rate how often they feel one of these emotions on a scale of 1–5. Emphasize that noticing emotions early can help us choose how to respond.

Explain why early detection matters. Relate to sports: catching a small scrape early prevents a bigger injury. Stress is similar—catch it early to defuse it.

Introduce the idea of “defusing” stress. Emphasize it isn’t about eliminating challenges, but managing reactions. Preview quick strategies you’ll practice together.