Lesson Plan

Chill Out: Mastering the Art of Emotional Regulation

Equip 10th grade students with advanced techniques to regulate emotions and deescalate panic attacks through reflective discussions and interactive practice.

This lesson helps 10th graders manage stress and anxiety more effectively, preparing them for the complexities of academic and personal challenges.

Audience

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Materials

Prep

Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Overview

3 minutes

Step 2

Main Activity - Slide Deck & Worksheet

10 minutes

Step 3

Activity - Deescalation Practice

5 minutes

Step 4

Closing Reflection

2 minutes

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Slide Deck

Chill Out: Emotional Regulation & Deescalation

Welcome the students and provide a brief overview of today's lesson. Emphasize that the session will cover techniques for managing emotions and deescalating panic attacks. Encourage open participation.

Why Emotional Regulation?

Discuss why emotional regulation is important. Use real-world examples if possible to illustrate how managing emotions can help in everyday stress situations.

Recognizing Your Emotions

Explain the process of recognizing one's own emotions. Ask students to think about times when they felt overwhelmed and what signs they noticed.

Techniques for Regulation

Present some practical techniques for regulating emotions. Encourage students to try deep breathing and grounding exercises during moments of stress.

Activity: Deescalation Practice

Guide the students through a brief deescalation practice. Ask them to close their eyes and focus on a simple guided breathing exercise. Follow up by asking how they felt.

Reflection & Key Takeaways

Provide a brief space for reflection. Recap the strategies and encourage students to share which technique they think might work best for them in stressful moments.

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Worksheet

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Activity

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Chill Out: Mastering the Art of Emotional Regulation

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