Solution: Include movement-based mindfulness activities like yoga poses or stretching. Result: Provides active options for students who struggle with stillness.
Resistance to Sitting Still
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Resistance to Structured Exercise
Solution: Use games like freeze dance or Simon Says with physical actions. Result: Encourages participation through play.
Resistance to Traditional Journaling
Offers modern alternatives that may appeal to tech-savvy students. Tip: Introduce digital journaling tools or apps.
Resistance to Traditional Movement Activities
Solution: Offer creative options like animal walks (e.g., bear crawl, crab walk). Result: Makes movement fun and appealing for all students.
Respect Personal Space
Activities: Using Non-Verbal Communication Preserve a sense of safety and prevent feelings of intrusion. Tips Avoid leaning in or standing too close unless absolutely...
Respect their Autonomy
Activities: Setting Boundaries Respectfully Encourages collaboration rather than control. Tips Frame boundaries as mutual agreements: 'We both need to feel respected...
Respect their Preferences
Activities: Offering Choices to Empower Builds trust and demonstrates respect for their autonomy. Tips Honor their choice whenever possible to show you value their...
Review the Solution Together
Activities: Collaborative Problem-Solving Prevents misunderstanding and ensures commitment to the resolution. Tips Ensure the agreed solution is clear and understood by...
Review Triggers and Solutions
Activities: Post De-Escalation Reflection and Follow-Up Helps both parties prepare for and manage future challenges effectively. Tips Identify what caused the situation...
Set a Follow-Up Plan
Activities: Post De-Escalation Reflection and Follow-Up Provides actionable steps for improvement. Tips Agree on clear steps to prevent similar situations: 'Next time,...
Set Mental Boundaries
Activities: Managing Personal Emotions Protects your emotional energy and prevents you from taking their behavior personally. Tips Remind yourself that their behavior...
Setting Limits on Inappropriate Behavior
Activities: Setting Boundaries Respectfully Protects your boundaries while giving them a chance to adjust. Tips Say, 'I can't continue this conversation if you keep...
