Why Mindfulness and Yoga for Kids?
By their very nature, young children are present in what they are doing. They notice the butterflies, the rainbows and the beautiful flowers. They fully experience their emotions without thought. When they are sad they cry and when they are happy they laugh and they giggle. As children enter school age, they become exposed to […]
Self awareness and emotional regulation
At the core of self-awareness lies the ability to observe our own nature, genuinely understand it and notice how it influences our interactions with the world around us. In every situation we can either unconsciously react or mindfully respond. I often ask teachers to imagine a situation that could have had a more positive outcome, […]
The Impact of Gratitude on Wellbeing
The festive season is upon us and it is a time of giving, sharing, reflecting and gratitude. However, it can become a time of stress, rushing and forgetting the importance of wellbeing. Gratitude is strongly linked to wellbeing. We all need to feel appreciated in order to be well and productive. There are ways to […]
The Science Behind Self-Regulation and It’s Importance in Creating a Sound Learning Environment
According to educational psychologist Dale Schunk, self-regulated learning refers to our ability to understand and control our learning environments. To do so, learners need to set goals, select strategies that help achieve those goals, implement strategies, and monitor their progress towards those goals. In a classroom setting, teachers can use their observations and guidance of […]
How to Reduce Anxiety in Children and Teenagers
Anxiety is a natural process for the mind to process troubles and problems in our lives. But when anxiety starts to become overwhelming, it is positive to have some processes in place to overcome anxiety and develop coping mechanisms to deal with them. We have listed some helpful information about children and teenagers with anxiety […]
5 Ways the Physical Education Curriculum Improves Wellbeing
Wellbeing in schools can be achieved in many ways. The mindfulness and wellbeing of students should always be at the centre of classroom teaching and within the hidden curriculum, but in terms of pedagogy, wellbeing can be incorporated in lesson plans and individual tasks. It is widely known that physical activity contributes positively to wellbeing, […]
Mindfulness in Action in Schools – Who Gets the Benefits?
Mindfulness is the state of being fully aware and focused, which helps alleviate stress, encourage proficiency and enhance wellbeing. Mindfulness can be incorporated as a philosophy behind many curricula in schools, which benefits students as well as teachers. By teaching mindfulness, students develop increased self-discipline, self-regulation and self-responsibility, which allows them to be more diligent […]
Why Mindfulness and Wellbeing in the School Curriculum is a Sure-Fire Way to Ensure Student Success
Mindfulness is the state of being aware and present, improving focus and concentration, and thus enhancing wellbeing. The Australian Curriculum has responded to demands to promote wellbeing in schools for healthier, more mindful children and this is an excellent way to nurture students who will be resilient, focused, self-aware individuals. While teachers have always embedded […]
How Can Mindfulness Improve Children’s Lives?
How can mindfulness improve children’s wellbeing? In her 2013 study on mindfulness in schools, Katherine Weare said, “Work on mindfulness with young people is popular with both staff and students, has a developing presence and can be effective in promoting a very wide range of outcomes. When well taught and when practised regularly, it has […]
5 Tips To Kick Off A New Term With A Positive Mind
What does a new term actually mean to you? For a lot of us, a new term means new expectations, either from others or even from yourself. It can also mean new opportunities, to do things differently. A new term often comes with a sense of excitement but it could also come with a sense […]