Less Worry, Anxiety, and Stress; More Mindfulness and Happiness!

In this class, students will be taught 
1: To recognize the cues and signs of stress that their body/mind is sending them, and ways it can be both helpful and harmful
2. To identify personal triggers and causes of stress and angst, and ways to avoid those triggers
3. To practice and utilize coping strategies to counter negative feelings and beliefs, and replace them with positive thoughts and feelings
4. To create their own stress ball, that can be used as one coping strategy, and to help them be mindful about practicing muscle relaxation exercises throughout the day

The class will be structured yet relaxed, with plenty of opportunities for students to share their own thoughts and ideas, if they choose to. The class will be interactive and engaging, and will focus on learning and practicing many of the coping strategies discussed (including positive self-talk and affirmations, deep breathing, muscle relaxation, and other useful skills). At the end of class, if time permits, students will be led through a demonstration of how to create their own stress ball, as one additional fun tool for coping with stress and worry. There will be plenty of opportunity for interaction between the students and the teacher, and the class will be fun, but productive!

No prior experience or knowledge is required.