Activity 20: Lean Back to Lean in

Objectives: This activity is a short practice to work with irritation or emotional distress in the moment. It is designed to help the individual work with their impulse-control or behavioral avoidance issues. The outcome is a calmer and more rational manner of engaging with others, e.g. during micro-aggressive messages.

Duration: 2 – 5 minutes

Group size:  individual

Material: –

Method: experiential learning emotional regulation

Resources: Adapted from: Goodman, D. (2011). Promoting Diversity and Social Justice: Educating People from Privileged Groups. New York: Routledge. Excerpt available at www.dianegoodman.com Diane J. Goodman, Ed.D. www.dianegoodman.com

Target groups: Observers, Receivers