Taking tests can result in feelings of concern, fear, and stress. When this happens, we are more likely to have trouble focusing, remembering, problem-solving, and doing our best. Brain Gym's Hook-ups is a tool we can use to calm down, focus, and organize our attention for the task at hand.
Hook-ups can be done standing, sitting, or lying down.
Part 1: Sit quietly. Breathe deeply.
Cross your right ankle over the left.
Cross your right wrist over the left. With palms together, thumbs down,and fingers intertwined, bring your hands up under your chin.
Hold like this for a minute or more breathing slowly.
As you inhale, touch the tip of your tongue on roof of your mouth just behind the teeth. Relax the tongue as you exhale.
If it feels safe, close your eyes and continue to breathe slowly and deeply.
Part 2: Uncross ankles and arms. Put fingertips together. Continue to breath slowly.
Hook-ups are a great tool when we want to be on task and using our whole brain for optimal performance. I have seem some dramatic results for students using them.
Coming up next: Brain Gym Activity for reading and writing.
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