1. Increasing Overall Wellness in High School Students
Wellness Program
Increasing Overall Wellness in High School Students
by Belinda Macri
Wellness as a Way of Life

2. Wellness Program
A wellness program designed for high school students; providing tools and techniques to reduce stress and anxiety in every day life.

3. Wellness Program Program Curriculum: Breath work techniques
10 Ways to Balance Mind and Body
Relaxation and Meditation
Yoga

4. Wellness Program Breath work (Pranayama)techniques:
Deep Belly Breathing
Counting Breath 4-7-8
Alternate Nostril Breath
Bhastrika Breath – breath of fire
“Ha” Breath
Yoga Poses (Asana’s):
Specific for stress reduction, grounding , digestion, and heart opening.

5. Wellness Program Guided Relaxation Meditation
Yoga Nidra – Body scan, muscle and emotional stress relief
Loving Kindness
Meditation
Introduction
Simple Mantra Technique

6. Wellness Program 10 Techniques to Balance Mind and Body
1. Identifying Stress Triggers
2. Awakening the Five Senses
3. Exercise/Spending time in nature
4. Find Stillness Every Day
5. Healthy Eating
6. Restful Sleep
7. Gratitude Practice
8. Conscious Communication
9. Power of Affirmations/Intentions
10. Laughter