By the end of the session, students should be able to:
- Managing Strong Emotions
- Managing Stress
- Understanding Anxiety
- Calming Your Mind
- Healthy Coping Strategies
Students learn the concept STOP:
S — Stop
T — Take a breath
O — Observe what you're feeling
P — Proceed thoughtfully
Students identify common youth stressors:
• school
• exams
• relationships
• family
• money
• social expectations
• sports
• future plans
• social media
then divide strategies into:
- Things I can control
- Things I cannot control
We identify healthy strategies students can use.
We introduce:
• controlled breathing
• 5-4-3-2-1 grounding
• mindfulness
• body awareness
• relaxation
Students distinguish:
- Helpful coping
- from coping strategies that may create additional problems.
We remind you that this workshop is adapted according to the level of expertise of the participants and the needs of the clients.
