Day 1: INTRODUCTION TO MINDFULNESS AND WELL-BEING

• Getting to know each other – ice breaker games
• What is mindfulness? Basic knowledge and principles.
• Mindfulness in everyday life.
• The concept of mindful learning and teaching.
• The brain: The source of emotions and urges. What is the limbic system?
• How mindfulness affects mental health and wellbeing.
• Benefits of mindfulness for educators and students.
• Basic mindfulness practice: Breathing exercises and body awareness.
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•  Day 2: MANAGING EMOTIONS AND RELAXATION TECHNIQUE
• The first step of mindfulness: Recognizing and naming emotions.
• The acceptance of feelings: There are no "bad" emotions.
• Dealing with anger: Exercises and games, strategies for calming down.
• Relaxing methods to release body tension.
•  Yoga elements to be included in lessons.
• Integrating mindfulness practices into the classroom.
• How to teach students to manage emotions such as anger, sadness, and jealousy.
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Day 3: IMPROVING ATTENTION AND SELF-CONFIDENCE

• Techniques to improve students' attentiveness and focus.
• Methods for encouraging self-confidence and emotional regulation in students.
• The connection between physical health and mental wellbeing.
• How to develop positive habits for healthier living
• Practical exercises to boost concentration and mindfulness in class.
• Encouraging self-reflection and emotional awareness in students.
• Yoga and mindfulness practices for a balanced mind and body.

Day 4: KINDNESS, GRATITUDE AND BUILDING POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS

• Practicing everyday gratitude: The jar of kindness.
• Teaching kindness and empathy in the classroom.
• Building positive relationships with students.
• Writing a gratitude diary: Blowing out the worries.
• Encouraging group work and collaboration through mindful practices.
• Developing empathy and emotional intelligence in students.
• Exercises to build trust and create a supportive learning environment.
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• Day 5: FINAL CHALLENGE AND COURSE WRAP-UP
• City Game challenge: Following mindfulness instructions in a local setting.
• Applying the mindfulness techniques in real-life scenarios.
• Reflection on the course content and experiences.
• Course evaluation and sharing feedback.
• Summing up the knowledge and practices learned during the week.
• Certificate awards and closing remarks.