Mindfulness of Delusion

The fourth session blends drug education and self-awareness. Group members are encouraged to contemplate why they actually use the drugs that they do. Youth are encouraged to think beyond the simple reasons of “it feels good,” and such, which are often delusions (simple false beliefs), and to seriously contemplate the potential underlying reasons for drug use. A number of activities, including a poem, debates about the pros and cons of drug use, individually focused activities, and group discussion highlight this session. A new formal meditation, the Bodyscan, is introduced and practiced during this session. Materials Needed

Meditation bell

Poster paper

Tape

Markers

Pencils or pens for the youth

Session 4 Handouts (optional)

Formal Meditation (Time)

Bodyscan (6–8 minutes)

Learning Objectives

Discuss the role of delusion in drug use

Discuss pros and cons of substance abuse generally

Discuss pros and cons of substance use personally

Practice the Bodyscan meditation

Session Agenda (Chair Configuration)

Centering Meditation: Mindfulness of Breath (Circle)

Poem: “The Perfect High” (Circle)

Mindful Check-In (Circle)

Debate: Pros and Cons of Substance Use (Semicircle)

Personal Pros and Cons of Substance Use (Spread Across Room and Circle)

Meditation: Bodyscan (Circle)

Homework and Close-Out (Circle)