Mind-Body Alignment
75 Minutes
Body Scan
Pas De Deux
Guided Discussion
Ethical Consumption
Breathing Exercise
Guided Discussion
Body Scan
Closing Thoughts and Evaluations
Participants will be able to:
Participate in and reflect on a body scan
Draw conclusions about protagonists and demonstrate empathy through reflection and discussion
Identify negative internal narratives and reframe them to be supportive
Interpret a film's story and create original narration
"Mind-Body Alignment" explores the profound connection between the mind and body in managing anxiety and trauma. Through two thought-provoking films, participants will examine how our mental state influences physical actions. In the first film, a dancer persists in her art despite significant physical challenges. In contrast, the second film follows a character so consumed by climate anxiety that they resort to literally eating garbage as a coping mechanism. The session begins with a grounding body scan, and after each film, participants will identify and respond with kindness to negative internal narratives. The class concludes with a closing body scan, reinforcing mindfulness and self-compassion.
topics covered
Anxiety Disorders, Climate Change, Physical Health
aom nutrients
Honest Self Reflection
casel sel
Responsible decision making
wellness wheel
Physical
identities
Visible Disability, White, Woman / female, Nonbinary, Athlete
film style
Drama, Horror
