Lesson Plan
Discovering Mindful Moments Plan
The student will learn and practice two core mindfulness techniques—guided body scan and mindful breathing—to manage stress and build self-awareness in a personalized 45-minute counseling session.
Teaching these skills offers the student immediate tools to reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and foster self-reflection, strengthening mental health and resilience in and out of school.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials and Prepare Space
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Body Scan
15 minutes
Step 3
Mindful Breathing Practice
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Discussion
10 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up and Next Steps
5 minutes
Lesson Plan
Discovering Mindful Moments Plan
The student will learn and practice two core mindfulness techniques—guided body scan and mindful breathing—to manage stress and build self-awareness in a personalized 45-minute counseling session.
Teaching these skills offers the student immediate tools to reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and foster self-reflection, strengthening mental health and resilience in and out of school.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials and Prepare Space
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Body Scan
15 minutes
Step 3
Mindful Breathing Practice
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Discussion
10 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up and Next Steps
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Finding Your Inner Calm
Why Mindfulness?
Guided Body Scan
Mindful Breathing Technique
Using the Breathing Tracker
Reflection Prompts
Next Steps & Daily Practice
Script
Worksheet
Journal
Warm Up
Cool Down
