Use this guide to select the right mindful moment. All moments are found above!
If students are restless or overstimulated:
→ Choose a Reset moment
Helps students shift attention.
If students are unfocused:
→ Choose a Focus moment
Helps them re-engage.
If students are overwhelmed or emotional:
→ Choose a Calm moment
Helps them settle.
If students are sleepy or low-energy:
→ Choose an Energizing moment
Helps wake up their bodies and spark fresh energy.
Use this chart when you need to pick an activity fast — perfect for transitions, busy days, or last-minute regulation support.
Classroom Need:
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Choose:
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Why it helps:
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Students are restless, noisy, or overstimulated.
___________________________________________
Students are unfocused or drifting off-task.
___________________________________________
Students are overwhelmed, emotional, or dysregulated
___________________________________________
Students are sleepy, low-energy, or sluggish
Reset 🌀
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Focus 🎯
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Calm 🌿
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Energize ⚡
Helps shift attention and bring the group back together.
___________________________________________
Re-engages attention and prepares students for instruction.
___________________________________________
Slows the body, lowers intensity, and supports emotional regulation.
___________________________________________
Boosts mood and alertness to prepare for learning.
Tip for teachers:
Pick one moment and repeat it consistently for a week so students learn the routine. Familiarity reduces transition time and builds self-regulation.