Intention

Setting an intention can transform how someone approaches their day, their goals, and their interactions. This tool encourages mindfulness, self-awareness, and accountability by aligning actions with what truly matters.

How to use the tool

• Identify the Purpose of an Intention
  • Use the poster’s prompts to help identify meaningful intentions. For example:
    • “How do you want to act today?”
    • “What kind of mindset do you want to have?”
• Ensure the Intention Meets the Criteria
  • Check if the intention is:
    • About something important to them.
    • Possible and within their control.
    • Framed in a positive way (focused on what they want, not what they don’t want).
  • Example intentions:
    • “Today, I will be kind to myself when I make mistakes.”
    • “Today, I will listen carefully when my friends speak.”
• Create a Plan to Remember the Intention
  • Use the poster’s suggestions to keep the intention in mind:
    • Say it out loud: “My intention today is to stay curious.”
    • Write it down: Write the intention on a sticky note and place it somewhere visible, like a desk or locker.
    • Set a reminder: Use a phone to set reminders to reflect on the intention during the day.
• Reflect on the Intention’s Impact
  • At the end of the day, reflect on how the intention shaped actions and mindset:
    • “How did your intention help you today?”
    • “What challenges did you face in sticking to your intention?”
  • Adjust or set a new intention for the next day based on their reflections.
• Make Intention-Setting a Habit
  • Incorporate intention-setting into daily routines, such as the start of the school day, before class transitions, or during family meals.
  • Create an “Intention Board” to share and inspire one another with their daily intentions.

Benefits of using the tool

• Mindfulness: Encourages focusing on the present moment and acting with purpose.
• Self-Awareness: Prompts reflection on what truly matters.
• Emotional Regulation: Aligns thoughts and actions, reducing stress and enhancing focus.
• Accountability: Encourages taking ownership of choices and behavior.

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