Five years ago, I participated in a year long program for educators, administrators, and school psychologists with Mindful Schools. I believe that the best way to learn, teach, and live is by maintaining a healthy, regulated nervous system. Teaching students about neuroscience, nervous system regulation, and living in the present moment is extremely important to me as a classroom educator. One of the best gifts we can give one another is our presence.
How can we be present? There are so many distractions coming at us all day long every day. Our minds are like curious monkeys - always jumping around! This makes it hard to focus, and it also means that sometimes we quickly react rather than thoughtfully responding. When we practice mindfulness, we learn how to settle down, come back to the very moment we are experiencing, and notice what we feel. Mindfulness is not something you learn once and master; rather, it's an ongoing practice that will help you navigate the ups and downs and all-arounds of being a human being. Mindfulness has been scientifically proven to help ease anxiety, boost self-confidence, and create a positive classroom environment. Find out more about mindfulness here.
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