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    Balancing the Body and Mind

    55-60 Minutes

    Body Scan

    All Meat Diet

    Guided Discussion

    Breaking Through the Darkness

    Guided Discussion

    Writing Exercise

    Closing Thoughts and Evaluations

    Participants will be able to:

    • Participate in and reflect on a body scan

    • Draw conclusions about protagonists and propose alternative behaviors or mindsets through reflection and discussion

    • Identify personal activities that engage both the body and the mind

    • Analyze personal experiences of body and mind alignment and misalignment.

    This class asks Participants to compare two depictions of the connections between physical and mental health and wellness. In the first film, a young man pushes himself beyond healthy limits to reach a physical goal. In the second film, a breakdancer shares how dance has helped him through periods of depression. Beginning with a body scan, Participants will then use the films to spark reflections on the need for balance between their bodies and minds. The session ends with a free-write in which Participants will explore the relationship between their own mind and body.

    Considering Our Own Mental Health

    topics covered

    Mental Wellness, Physical Health

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    Empathy, Honest Self Reflection

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    Self-awareness, Self-management, Responsible decision making

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    Physical, Emotional

    identities

    College age, Latino/a/x, Pacific Islander, Man / male, Adult

    film style

    Documentary, Drama

    Films Included