Calming Your Inner Dinosaur: Guided Relaxation for Anxiety Through "Toy Story"
In this one-time class, students will learn to deal with anxiety, worry, and stressful emotions through guided relaxation, mindfulness, and controlled breathing using themes from the character “Rex” in the Pixar movie “Toy Story.”
Mandy Post, M.S.
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4.9
Number of reviews:(1,955)
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What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Feeling stressed out? In this one-time class, students will learn about how their anxiety, stress, and worry impact them, and practice techniques designed to bring a feeling of peace and tranquility to their lives. This class is perfect for those who are ready to learn the basics of guided relaxation in a fun, interactive way. No prior knowledge is needed, just a desire to relax! Students will first discuss the definitions of anxiety and stress with guidance from the teacher. They will also learn how stress can be beneficial in small doses. Sensitive topics will be avoided-only general definitions will be discussed. Next, students will discuss the anxious characteristics of Rex from “Toy Story.” They will use some lessons from Rex that they can apply to their own lives to manage stress. They will then learn and practice a deep breathing technique called “Dinosaur Breathing” that will help them to relax. Next, students will participate in a guided relaxation activity with progressive muscle relaxation using dinosaur themes. Finally, students will have the opportunity to provide the teacher feedback and ask any questions about the relaxation exercise. *Please note that this class is not intended to provide therapy.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the fundamentals of guided relaxation with simple, fun breathing exercises in a calm, peaceful environment. They will also learn techniques to calm down anxiety and stress in their daily lives.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Sensitive topics will be avoided. If a student brings up a potentially sensitive/mature topic, the teacher will redirect them to more age-appropriate topics.
*Please note that this class is not intended to serve as therapy.
Supply List
Students will need a quiet environment with a comfortable chair or mat. Feel free to bring your favorite “Toy Story” character with you to class!
Language of Instruction
English
Joined August, 2020
4.9
1955reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Psychology from Augusta State University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Angelo State University
Hello all learners and parents! My name is Mandy and I teach classes designed to help children reduce stress and anxiety. I have 15 years of experience using techniques that are research-based and proven to aid in mind/body relaxation. My goal is to help children learn to cope with and manage anxiety through techniques they can use throughout their lives.
My academic background is in Clinical Psychology. I have both a B.S. and M.S. in Clinical Psychology and have 20 years of experience working with youth. I have worked in a therapeutic setting since 2004, teaching social skills groups, relaxation exercises, art therapy, and play therapy sessions. As a psychometrist, I have extensive experience administering comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations and cognitive rehabilitation assessments, including vision therapy and neurofeedback, with children and adolescents. I have worked with a wide range of diagnoses (ADHD, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, Autism, Dyslexia, behavior disorders, etc.), ages (age 2 to adult), and intellectual levels (severely delayed to gifted). Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 173 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
1-7 learners per class
