Love
An intense feeling of deep affection
- This workout takes approximately 10 Minutes
- This workout is for students in Grades 9-12
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Workout guide
Workout guide
Steps
1. Stand in NaliniKIDS posture
2. Swing your arms behind your back, bend your elbows, and try to bring your palms firmly together
3. Lift your chest, keep your head up, and close your eyes
4. Focus on your breath, stillness, and reflection
Sequence
– Hold stretch for 3-5 breaths
Modification
If your hands don’t touch:
– Grab ahold of your opposite elbows instead
How does your body feel after completing the workout?
How does your mind feel after completing the workout?
What does Love mean to you in this moment?
Choose from the additional reflection prompts below to customize this lesson and meet the needs of your students and your time constraints. Create a unique workout experience every time you return to this lesson!
Self-Connection
Past
How have you shown someone in your life that you value your relationship with them?
Present
Think critically about the word LOVE. What are some different ways that others might interpret this word?
Future
What is a passion you have in your life, and how might you apply this passion to a future career?
Real-World Connection
Family
What have you learned about love from your family?
Learning Environment
What do you love most about your learning environment (i.e. a subject you love, game you play, friends, etc.), and why?
Community
Demonstrate love toward your community by completing a community service activity.
Academic Connection
ELA
Write a paragraph or a poem describing what you love about yourself.
Social Studies
How have marriage norms changed in our society throughout history? Draw a timeline that highlights the most significant changes.
STEM
Find a research study on love and the brain, and create a short presentation explaining the experiment design and results.
Fun Fact
Love is a powerful emotion that can affect you both emotionally and physically. The feeling of “butterflies in your stomach” is caused by the release of adrenaline during the fight-or-flight response.