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Search Results for: mindfulness

12 Simple Ways to Practice Mindfulness

December 19, 2022 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

Mindfulness is a self-regulation strategy. With practice, it can help us feel calm, confident, and focused. And while it’s very helpful for us, as adults, mindfulness is a powerful skill we can teach to children and young adults. The goal of this article is to promote simple mindful strategies you can try with your students […]

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20+ Hands-On Mindfulness Tools for Kids & Teens

February 15, 2022 by pathway2success 2 Comments

Mindfulness is learning to be present in the moment. This practice can be a critical self-regulation strategy for children and teens (and adults too, of course). There are lots of benefits to practicing mindfulness including improved self-regulation skills, support managing emotions, and creating a sense of calm. So, it’s fair to say that this is […]

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18 Mindfulness Activities for Outdoors

June 23, 2020 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

Mindfulness is a critical self-regulation strategy for people of all ages. It can help us feel calm, focused, and in control. Learning to be mindful doesn’t have to be confined to the four walls of a building or classroom. In fact, there are numerous opportunities to practice mindful activities outside. Here are a few outdoor […]

Filed Under: Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Tips for Teachers Tagged With: mindfulness, social emotional learning

Mindfulness Resources

Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment. Learning to be mindful can help kids and teens improve focus, strengthen emotional regulation skills, and develop a sense of calm. It can also serve as a healthy coping strategy to manage stress. Learn more about mindfulness here or use the resources below to teach […]

Mindfulness

Understanding Mindfulness Mindfulness is the practice of learning to be present in the moment. By learning to focus on the moment, kids and young adults are actually practicing self-regulation skills. This helps learners check in with how they are feeling, what they are thinking, and what they need. Mindfulness can be practiced through a variety […]

Mindfulness Journal Ideas You Can Try Today

January 20, 2020 by pathway2success 1 Comment

Mindfulness journal activities for kids and teens to help feel calm, focused, and happy. Mindful activities teach self-control, emotional management, growth mindset, self-love, and so much more. Use this as a daily morning practice or in your calm down area. Perfect for home or school. This post has printable and ideas you can use right away!

Filed Under: Managing Challenging Behaviors, Positive Behavior Supports, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education, Teaching, Tips for Teachers Tagged With: mindfulness, sel, social emotional learning

5 FREE Mindfulness Activities

June 17, 2019 by pathway2success 6 Comments

Mindfulness has been a growing trend with kids and young adults, and I have been a huge supporter from the beginning. About ten years ago, I started practicing yoga, which introduced me to the benefits of deep breathing, meditation, and mindfulness in my own life. Without a doubt, it has made a huge difference for […]

Filed Under: Classroom Management, Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education

10 Mindfulness Activities You Can Try Today

January 4, 2018 by pathway2success 10 Comments

10 Mindfulness Activities You Can Try Today

All kids benefit from practicing mindfulness. Who wouldn’t love the kids and young adults we work with to become more focused, calm, in control, and self-aware? Mindfulness is a technique that can help teach and strengthen those abilities over time. By practicing mindfulness, people can learn to become more aware of their own thoughts, feeling, […]

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10 Best Times to Practice Mindfulness in the Classroom

April 17, 2017 by pathway2success 2 Comments

10 Best Times to Practice Mindfulness

Mindfulness means being present in the moment with your thoughts and feelings without making judgements. It is being aware of what is happening but not being overwhelmed. Practicing mindfulness on a regular basis can help you feel calmer, happier, and be more in tune with yourself. People of all ages and abilities can practice mindfulness, […]

Filed Under: Classroom Management, Managing Challenging Behaviors, Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education

Teaching Kids How to Relax with Mindfulness

March 4, 2017 by pathway2success 1 Comment

Teaching Kids How To Relax

Relaxation is a skill that promotes health and well-being for people of all ages- including kids! Too often in school, we are all rushing to get through our days, complete our work, and fix the problems that come up. It’s easy to forget that kids need time to relax and de-stress, too. There are many […]

Filed Under: Coping Strategies, Managing Challenging Behaviors, Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning, Special Education

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Some holiday activities for kids and teens. How ar Some holiday activities for kids and teens. How are you adding holiday cheer into your classroom?
Let's make it okay for educators to speak up, shar Let's make it okay for educators to speak up, share concerns, and offer different ways of doing things. Not everyone has to agree with those suggestions or ideas, but it should at least be accepted to offer them and talk them through.
Some reminders for this holiday season...⁣ ⁣ I Some reminders for this holiday season...⁣
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I know these aren't cheerful reminders but I do think they're important ones.⁣
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Some people truly struggle with the holiday season (I think more people than we realize). And many kids struggle too.⁣
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A calm down area (whether it's in the classroom or A calm down area (whether it's in the classroom or in another room) is not an "easy way out of work." I know it feels that way sometimes (been there). ⁣
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The idea behind it is actually much bigger.⁣
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The idea is to help kids learn strategies for self-regulation. Sometimes, if we're upset or overwhelmed to the point where we can make poor choices, we need to remove ourselves and calm down in the moment.⁣
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This is a GOOD thing to teach kids and teens to do.⁣
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It can be tricky because some students may try to take advantage and go to the calm down area to avoid their work (instead of when they actually need it). ⁣
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I found that setting routines and guidelines for the calm down area did help. One of those expectations is that work missed was to be made up.⁣
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What rules and expectations do you set for your calm down area?
One of my absolute favorite affirmations right her One of my absolute favorite affirmations right here. Every day is a fresh start.⁣
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What is your favorite?
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