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Managing Stress

Woman and child practicing meditation.Stress affects all of us. When adults are able to manage their stress, they can provide better care for children. Explore information about stress management, inside and outside of Head Start programs.

All Hands

Use this video to guide you through five different stretches for your fingers and hands. 

Stir the Pot

In this video, find out how to do hand stretches by pretending to stir a pot.

Web Spaces

View this video for hand and finger stretches that focus on the spaces between fingers.

All S.O.F.T.

Discover two relaxation strategies based on the S.O.F.T. principles. S.O.F.T. stands for soften the face; open the heart; float down the shoulders; and take a deep breath.

Put It in a Bubble

Learn a relaxation strategy of putting your worries and stresses into a bubble.

S.O.F.T.

Use this video to guide you through the S.O.F.T. principles. S.O.F.T. stands for soften the face; open the heart; float down the shoulders; and take a deep breath.

Managing Stress with Mindful Moments

Explore how breathing and movement exercises can help you manage stress.  Discover ways to use mindful movements to contribute to your self-care practices.

Mindful Moments: Hand Exercises

Use these five different finger and hand stretches at your desk or in your classroom for a quick relaxation boost.

Mindful Moments: S.O.F.T.

Discover the S.O.F.T. relaxation strategy. S.O.F.T. stands for: soften the face; open the heart; float down the shoulders; and take a deep breath. Find three S.O.F.T. strategies to use for a brief relaxation break. 

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