Self Care and Mindfulness

Mental Health Course Lesson 12

This course is part of a comprehensive 20-lesson programme on mental health, designed
specifically for young people. Each lesson is ready to teach—no pre-planning
required—providing everything you need in one place.
The slides guide you step by step through each topic, incorporating discussion points, quizzes, and interactive activities to promote active learning. With engaging visuals and carefully structured content, these lessons are tailored for KS3 and KS4 students, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all learners.
Each lesson follows a consistent format, making it easy to deliver while maintaining a clear and structured approach. Developed by education and mental health specialists, Church and Lee, this course equips students with essential skills to build resilience, manage stress, and develop a positive mindset.

Lesson 12: Self Care and Mindfulness

This lesson is designed to engage students in understanding the importance of self care and mindfulness. The key aspects of self care, self acre i the form of physical, mental, emotional and emotional self care plans. It also explores meditation. It follows a structured approach to encourage discussion, assess prior knowledge, and deepen understanding through interactive activities.

Lesson Structure:

• Opening Diagnostic Question
• What is self care
• Key aspects of self care
• Why self care is important
• Physical Self care plan
• Emotional self care plan
• Mental self care plan
• Social care plan
• Emergency self care plan
• Mindfulness and Self Care
• Mindfulness Meditation
• Plenary Discussion – Reflect on key takeaways and encourage students to apply their learning in daily life.

This lesson provides a strong foundation for further exploration into mental health topics,
fostering awareness and resilience among students.
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