Taking a Moment for Ourselves at School

Taking a Moment for Ourselves at School

Different needs and paces come together at school. These five tips for taking a break can help students and teachers look after their wellbeing.

A school day is full of shared moments, but everyone faces their own pressures. A student may be thinking about assignments, a teacher about lesson planning, and another member of the school community about everything that needs to get done. Talking openly about taking a break makes it easier to remember that everyone needs time to switch off. This article offers five ideas you can adapt to your own schedule and circumstances. Even a short break can be a chance to set healthier boundaries between school responsibilities and personal time.

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Imagine that someone challenges you: "Stop for a moment." What is your first thought?

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If you had to describe your ideal place of relaxation using sound, what would it be?

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What image comes to your mind when you hear "turn off your head"?

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When the body is tired but the mind is still racing, what do you usually do?

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If rest were a color, what color would you need today?

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Your thoughts suddenly race like wild horses. What do you do first?

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Which of these images best represents your idea of "being at peace"?

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If you could draw one "relaxation" card from the deck, which one would you wish for?

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If your fatigue had a name, what would it be?

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What does "turning yourself on" mean to you?

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