- Show this quick video explaining what stress is: https://youtu.be/hnpQrMqDoqE. (lasts 2:23). Yes, we know this may be repetitive as they may have multiple elective classes. ☺
- Then practice one or more of the strategies below, which we can use in moments of heightened stress. We included possible classes where a strategy might be a good fit.
Drawing or Coloring*
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Art / World Languages / CTE
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Samples attached to email.
Other possible ideas to consider – look under the Relaxation section (2nd one down): http://intuitivecreativity.typepad.com/expressiveartinspirations/100-art-therapy-exercises.html |
Journal your thoughts **
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Writing classes / Reading / CTE
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Ideas for prompts:
https://www.createwritenow.com/journal-writing-blog/10-quick-journal-prompts-to-calm-your-mind
(maybe not #4)
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Be active / Dance / Tai Chi / Yoga
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PE / Health / Dance /
Theater
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Brain Games (sudoku, puzzles,
crosswords, word searches, etc.)
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ALL
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Samples attached to email
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*We have several coloring
pages if you’d like some and/or want to make copies.
**If they turn the journaling in, you need to check each one for any concerning statements.
If you have another idea for stress management that fits better with your subject area, feel free to improvise. (And then let us know what cool thing you did!)
If you have another idea for stress management that fits better with your subject area, feel free to improvise. (And then let us know what cool thing you did!)
