"Mindfulness and Relaxation"

 

  • To be mindful means…

  • What is happening in my body during this time?

  • Discuss concept of fight or flight including the biology of the parasympathetic nervous system, vagus nerve, relaxation response.

  • What types of things can they do to initiate the relaxation response?

 

Talking Points
What is mindfulness?
Talking Points

What is happening in our body when we are practicing mindfulness?

Talking Points

What are some of the benefits of practicing mindfulness?

 

EXTENTION ACTIVITY

Conversion Dance Group on Canada’s Got Talent Performance:

 

  • Watch the video together.

  • Practice being as present and observe how their performance makes your feel?

  • Follow the precision of their movement with the sounds and collective focus in performing together. This team is an example of inspired practice and commitment to a bigger goal.

  • Can you feel their inspired energy coming through?

  • Did you feel any emotions or good feelings watching this performance?

  • Why do you think they got a golden buzzer? How could you tell the judges and audience liked it?