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Mindfulness Monday: Letting-Go Leaves
Autumn is great time for renewal. Just as the trees shed their leaves, we to can let go of the things that no longer serve us. What you’ll need: -leaf cutouts -sharpies -double stick tape Ask students to write down something they want to let go (e.g. stress, drama, anger, etc). Then have them place
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Falling into Presence: How Autumn Teaches Us to Let Go
Every year, autumn arrives like a quite teacher. It reminds us that change doesn’t have to be rushed, that endings can be beautiful, and that letting go can lead to something better. The Art of Letting Go If we pat attention, nature mirrors what our own minds and hearts often need. Trees don’t cling to
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Mindfulness Monday: Goal Ghost
Today I had students write their goals on a cut out of a ghost. I told them to put them somewhere safe so they can cheack back on their progress later in the year. What you’ll need: -Ghost outline on white paper -scissors -writing utensil
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Mindfulness Monday: Gratitude Jars
Fill your jar with all the things you are grateful for. What you’ll need: -Jar figure on white paper -markers or colored pencils
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Mindfulness Monday: Stamps
A stamp may seem ordinary, but it reminds us that small acts of presence keep life meaningful. Share this activity with students to promote mindfulness and living in the moment. What you’ll need: -stamps -ink pads -blank paper
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Mindfulness Monday: International Dot Day
Today is International Dot Day, in honor of Peter H. Reynold’s book The Dot. You can learn more about it here:https://www.internationaldotday.org/ Some of my students just drew but others got creative with color and even glitter! Here are a few that stand out:
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Mindfulness Monday: Gratitude Tree
Unfortunately, my tres is strugglinf this year. I hope to nuture it back to thriving by the end of the year. What you’ll need: -a tree or large plant with branches -index cards -writing utensil -scissors -hole punch -twine Cut the index cards into quarters and punch a hole in the top right hand corner.
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Rituals that Empower Me
In the summer, it is eaier for me to be mindful. I wake up and ease into a 10 minute meditation. I don’t have to rush to take my AG 1 and supplements and I can grab a matcha at the Starbucks of my choice. As a teacher, the summer break provides an opportunity to
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How I Use Mindfulness to Naviagte the Chaos of Everyday Life
For as long as I can remember, I have not been a morning person. I usually wake up grumpy and everything around me tends to annoy me. Sounds, movements, comments, expectations -they all seem overwhelming and just plain rude. When I was younger, I believed that being a crank was just my personality. However, I
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I’m Officially a Certified Yoga Teacher-Now What?
Those of you who know me are aware of the role yoga has played in my mindfulness journey. It has taken a little over a year, but I have completed my 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. Although I have worked very hard to resist the need for external validation, I am very proud to say I