Personal Practice Archives - Mindful Schools

June 8, 2020

Mindfulness in an Emergency

Daniel Rechtschaffen

In an emergency state – when the streets are burning, pandemic is spreading, and ecology is crumbling, what do we do with our mindfulness practice? Try the Three R's of Mindfulness to rise to the moment: regulation, resilience, and realization.

June 1, 2020

Healing Our Hearts

Megan Sweet and Argos Gonzalez

In the wake of the killing of George Floyd and the resulting nationwide protests, many of us are challenged with making sense of our grief and loss – both for ourselves, and with the children in our lives. Mindfulness can be a tool to develop awareness and compassion so we are resourced to take action to address racism and injustice. 

May 8, 2020

Is It Self-Indulgent to Be Self-Compassionate?

Kristin Neff, PhD

The number one reason people give for why they aren’t more self-compassionate is: they’re afraid they’ll let themselves get away with anything. But in fact, the research shows the exact opposite – Dr. Kristin Neff, explains.

March 17, 2020

Fight, Flight, and Mindfulness in Response to Overwhelm

Alan Brown and Em Morrison

In times of stress and overwhelm, our brain naturally triggers physical fight-or-flight responses. Try 3 tips on how to use mindfulness practice to work with this natural response to overwhelm.

March 13, 2020

Take a Break, Keep Perspective, Be Kind in Uncertain Times

Alan Brown and Em Morrison

Educators, parents, and students are experiencing anxiety and overwhelm in the face of school closures and uncertain times. Here are 3 mindful practices for riding the waves of this challenging time.

February 28, 2020

5 Myths of Self Compassion

Kristin Neff, PhD

Is self-compassion selfish, and does it make us more complacent? Author, researcher and expert in the field, Dr. Kristin Neff, breaks down the myths of self-compassion.

June 4, 2019

Mindfulness: A Positive Outlook and Taking in the Good

Dave Smith

Can mindfulness lead to a positive outlook on life? Does it encourage an optimistic point of view? Yes, we think so. Try 3 three simple practices and get the guided meditation.

May 1, 2019

An Attitude of Gratitude

Dave Smith

Happiness research continues to indicate that gratitude is one of the key ingredients to human happiness and well-being. Try this 12-min gratitude practice.

April 1, 2019

Breaking Free from Anxiety Overload

Dave Smith

Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent mental illness in the U.S. Learn the difference between anxiety and stress and 3 strategies for practicing mindfulness when you’re experiencing anxiety.

March 8, 2019

Educators: You Have Permission to Take Care of Yourself, Right Now

Megan Sweet, EdD

Educating our youth is a calling that draws some of the most hard-working and dedicated people. Teachers are also prone to burnout–in fact, last year, public school teachers quit their jobs at the highest rate on record. Educators, it’s time to start showing yourself care and compassion, right now.

June 8, 2020

Mindfulness in an Emergency

Daniel Rechtschaffen

In an emergency state – when the streets are burning, pandemic is spreading, and ecology is crumbling, what do we do with our mindfulness practice? Try the Three R's of Mindfulness to rise to the moment: regulation, resilience, and realization.

June 1, 2020

Healing Our Hearts

Megan Sweet and Argos Gonzalez

In the wake of the killing of George Floyd and the resulting nationwide protests, many of us are challenged with making sense of our grief and loss – both for ourselves, and with the children in our lives. Mindfulness can be a tool to develop awareness and compassion so we are resourced to take action to address racism and injustice. 

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