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Mindfulness and

Wellbeing

C1 FRIDAY

HEART WEEK

Learning objective-

To discuss and analyse aspects of wellbeing and the impact on individuals and society.

Lesson one

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WHAT DOES MINDFULNESS MEAN TO YOU?

Discuss with a partner -

5 minutes

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PRACTISING MINDFULNESS CAN HELP REDUCE STRESS, ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION AS WELL AS IMPROVE FOCUS AND COPING WITH PAIN.

(CHECK UNDERSTANDING OF VOCABULARY - 5 MINS)

Mindfulness is a practice that involves being fully present in the moment and aware of thoughts and feelings without judgement.

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WHERE DID MINDFULNESS ORIGINATE?

Each person find 3 facts about the origins of mindfulness then generate a list on the board.

You will need this list later.

(15 mins)

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Match the word with the definition (10 mins)

a feeling of unease or worry.

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that may have long lasting effects on a person’s mental or emotional wellbeing.

the practice of being fully present in the moment.

the state of being happy, healthy and prosperous.

a mental health disorder characterised by persistant sadness, loss of interest and lack of energy.

Mindfulness -

Wellbeing -

Anxiety -

Depression -

Trauma -

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Match the word with the definition - answers

the practice of being fully present in the moment.

the state of being happy, healthy and prosperous

a feeling of unease or worry.

a mental health disorder characterised by persistent sadness, loss of interest and lack of energy.

a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that may have long lasting effects on a person’s mental or emotional well-being.

Mindfulness -

Wellbeing -

Anxiety -

Depression -

Trauma -

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Now use each word in a sentence -

example:

‘Noah practised mindfulness by focussing on his breathing and letting go of negative thoughts’

Mindfulness Wellbeing Anxiety

Depression Trauma

(15 mins)

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any other questions?

VOCABULARY

PRONUNCIATION

GRAMMAR

(10 MINS)

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LESSON TWO

What strategies can you find for practising mindfulness?

Example: breathing exercises, body scan, meditation, mindful walking....

Which would you use and why?

(15 mins)

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How to Be

More Mindful

MEDITATE DAILY.

What benefits does meditation give?

WORK ON YOUR BREATHING.

What physiological benefits can be got from breathing exercises?

CONTROL YOUR THOUGHTS.

How can living with negative thoughts manifest itself?

(5 mins)

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What Mindfulness Can Do For You -

How does mindfulness affect wellbeing?

ENHANCED PRODUCTIVITY

Give 2 examples

IMPROVED CREATIVITY

Give 3 examples

BETTER EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Give 4 examples

BETTER DECISION MAKING

Give 5 examples

(10 mins)

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WELLBEING

Using the following prompts, can you share a personal experience or observation relating to wellbeing?

mental health
physical fitness
emotional resilience
work-life balance
mindfulness
self-care

(15 mins)

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What is anxiety?

What do you do when you feel :

sad?

upset?

depressed?

panicky?

ANXIETY

(5 mins)

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any other questions?

VOCABULARY

PRONUNCIATION

GRAMMAR

(10 MINS)

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What do you believe are the main components of wellbeing?
How does wellbeing differ across cultures?
What role do lifestyle choices play in promoting wellbeing?
Do you think technology has a positive or negative impact on wellbeing and why?
How can workplaces support employee wellbeing?
What are some common barriers to achieving optimal wellbeing, and how can they be overcome?

(Divide these questions among the class - discuss then debate)

LESSON THREE- DEBATE

(20 mins)

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THE MINDFULNESS PROJECT

Work with a partner to create a mindful and wellbeing poster to promote a project for a school or other organisation.

Click on the link for ideas...

(30 min))

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Feedback

any other questions?

VOCABULARY

PRONUNCIATION

GRAMMAR

(10 MINS)