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Stress Less, Smile More Lesson Plan

Students will learn to identify stressors in their daily lives and practice effective coping strategies to manage stress.

Understanding stress and learning practical techniques increases emotional well-being and equips students for daily challenges.

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Preparation for 'Stress Less, Smile More'

10 minutes

Step 1

Session 1: Identifying Stressors

15 minutes

Step 2

Session 2: Coping Strategies Practice

15 minutes

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Stress Less, Smile More

Introduce the workshop, build excitement and set a positive tone. Explain that the lesson is about identifying stressors and learning coping strategies to help manage stress.

Today's Agenda

Outline the session structure and explain the two main parts of the lesson: identifying stressors and practicing coping strategies.

Session 1: Identifying Stressors

Explain what stress is, how it affects the body and mind, and prompt students to think about their own experiences.

Group Discussion

Facilitate a group discussion by encouraging students to share their reflections from the worksheet. Point out similarities and differences.

Session 2: Coping Strategies Practice

Transition to session 2 by recapping session 1 and explaining the link between identifying stressors and applying coping strategies.

Conclusion

Conclude the lesson with a summary of the key takeaways and encourage students to regularly practice the coping strategies discussed.

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