Module 5 – Self-Care & Resilience Practices.
Journaling, mindfulness, and daily practices for stability and emotional strength.
Lesson 5.1 – Daily Self-Care Routines
Lesson 5.2 – Mindfulness Practices
Lesson 5.3 – Building Resilience
Lesson 5.1 – Daily Self-Care Routines
Self-care is not selfish — it is essential. Consistent daily practices help regulate your emotions, restore balance, and build inner strength.
In this lesson, you will learn:
- What self-care truly means (beyond pampering)
- The difference between intentional self-care and avoidance
- Simple daily routines to improve emotional wellness
- How to choose self-care practices that support your specific needs
Reflection Exercise:
- Identify one self-care practice you can do each morning and one you can do each night.
- Write down how you feel before and after doing each practice.
Optional Resources:
- Video: “Building Daily Self-Care Habits” [insert link or video block]
- PDF: Daily Self-Care Plan Template [insert file]
Lesson 5.2 – Mindfulness Practices
Mindfulness helps you stay present, calm, and aware. It reduces anxiety, increases emotional regulation, and strengthens your connection to yourself.
In this lesson, you will learn:
- What mindfulness is and what it is not
- Breathing exercises that calm the nervous system
- Grounding techniques for stress or overwhelm
- How to use mindfulness during challenging emotions
Reflection Exercise:
- Choose one mindfulness practice (breathing, grounding, or observing) and try it for 5 minutes.
- Journal how your body and emotions feel before and after the exercise.
Optional Resources:
- Guided Mindfulness Video/Audio [insert your link]
- PDF: Mindfulness Practice Sheet [insert file]
Lesson 5.3 – Building Resilience
Resilience is the ability to recover from challenges and keep moving forward. It’s something you can develop over time through intentional choices and emotional awareness.
In this lesson, you will learn:
- What resilience looks like in daily life
- How past trauma can impact resilience
- Practical ways to rebuild inner strength
- How community, boundaries, and self-care support resilience
Reflection Exercise:
- Write about a time when you overcame a challenge.
- What inner strengths helped you? What new strengths are you developing now?
Optional Resources:
- Video: “What Is Resilience?” [insert link or video block]
- PDF: Resilience Reflection Worksheet [insert file]