Lesson Plan

Stress Less, Live More Lesson Plan

Equip the student with practical stress management techniques to reduce anxiety and improve focus, helping them incorporate these strategies into daily life.

Learning to manage stress is crucial for enhancing academic success and overall well-being, particularly for an 11th-grade student facing high pressure.

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Materials

Prep

Lesson Preparation

10 Minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

5 Minutes

Step 2

Guided Strategy Exploration

15 Minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Wrap-up

10 Minutes

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Slide Deck

Stress Less, Live More

Introduce the lesson with enthusiasm. Explain what stress management is and why it's important for academic success and overall well-being. Briefly overview today's session.

Understanding Stress

Explain the concept of stress. Discuss both the physical and emotional impacts of stress, and how it can affect academic performance.

Your State of Mind

Encourage the student to share how they feel using one word. This serves as a warm-up and check-in activity.

Stress Management Strategies

Introduce key stress management techniques. Briefly explain each technique listed and how they can be incorporated into daily life.

Play the guided mindfulness exercise. Ensure that the student listens carefully and follows along with the exercise, focusing on their breathing.

Hands-on Practice

Conduct a hands-on deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation demonstration. Encourage the student to follow each step at their own pace.

Reflection Time

Ask for reflection on the techniques covered and encourage sharing thoughts on which method was most effective. This promotes self-awareness and integration of practices into daily life.

Wrap-Up

Summarize the key takeaways of the session. Reinforce the benefits of practicing stress management techniques daily and encourage ongoing practice.

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