🛡️ Student Mental Health Series *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

2.20 – What to Do in the First 10 Minutes of a Meltdown: The first ten minutes of a meltdown decide how much damage or calm will follow. When overwhelm hits, your nervous system floods with adrenaline. The best thing you can do is pause movement and focus on slowing your breath. Find something to hold—soft, cold, or textured—to ground your body. Step away from bright lights or loud spaces if possible. Avoid arguing or explaining yourself until calm returns. Crying or shaking can release energy safely; let it happen. Keep words simple: “I’m safe,” “It will pass.” Setting a timer helps remind you that intensity fades with minutes. Once the wave softens, hydrate and stretch to release leftover tension. Reflect later when you’re stable, not during the chaos. Training your mind to recognize the first signs makes meltdowns shorter over time. Mastering those first minutes builds resilience and self-trust. You can survive storms by guiding yourself through their first breath.

About this course

Trauma-informed mental wellness lessons that help students manage emotions, build resilience, and stay safe in real-world situations—like bullying, grief, violence, and poverty. Built for schools, youth programs, and Medicaid-compliant services.

This course includes:
  • Step-by-step guidance for handling social pressure, conflict, and unsafe situations
  • Stories and messages that encourage students to speak up, stay safe, and take control of their future
  • Flexible learning options for classrooms, after-school programs, and independent use

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