Introduce the lesson with a warm greeting and outline the session's focus on using rhythm to build emotional intelligence and resilience. Mention that today, music will help explore emotions and stress reduction.

Highlight key concepts about emotional intelligence, its benefits, and how rhythm plays a role in our well-being. Use engaging visuals such as emoticons and rhythmic patterns.

Explain the importance of rhythm in managing emotions and fostering group cohesion. Make reference to the forthcoming drumming activity and provide context for its use.

Introduce the drumming activity. Explain that students will use simple rhythmic patterns to express various emotions. Encourage creativity and experimentation.

Transition to the reflection phase. Prepare the students to share their experiences and insights about how different rhythms impacted their emotions.

Conclude the lesson by summarizing the key learning points and encouraging students to apply the rhythmic techniques in everyday life to manage stress and express emotions.