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Social Emotional Learning - Self Management - 54321 Technique
When you start to feel overwhelmed, try the 5-4-3-2-1 Technique to help calm and ground you in the present moment. Take a few deep breaths, then mindfully notice 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell and 1 thing you can taste.
Practicing self-calming techniques encourages Self-management, one of five core Social Emotional Learning Competencies.
* NYSED.gov/Office of Student Support Services