Mindfulness in the Classroom And Beyond…. Presented at Fresh Takes January 22, 2016 Presented by Dr. Karen Oldham, private practice Charlotte, NC

The “How To” of Mindfulness in the classroom Outline The “How To” of Mindfulness in the classroom The basics of teaching mindfulness to children Integrating mindfulness into a classroom setting How your own practice affects the teaching Examples

The basics: 1. ) engaging, interactive, experiential learning 2 The basics: 1.) engaging, interactive, experiential learning 2.) developmentally appropriate 3.) flexible and optional

Integrating Mindfulness into the Classroom Use language that taps a mindful way of thinking. Courage Honoring Patience Non-judgmental Energy Observing Passion Openness Conscious Loving Kindness Intention Exploring Connected Breathing Seeing Moment Minds eye Wholeness Focus Warmth Attention Noticing Expanding Now Gratitude Present Moment-to-moment Forgiving Awareness Humanity Experiencing Accepting Calming Shifting Flow Nurturing Practicing

How can you be mindful in your classroom during times of: transition How can you be mindful in your classroom during times of: transition? discipline? stress? conflict? play?

How does your own experience with mindfulness and daily practice of mindfulness affect how you teach mindfulness to your students?

References and Resources Personal Practice Resources Fralich, Terry (2007). Cultivating Lasting Happiness: A 7-step guide to Mindfulness. Pesi Publishers. Kornfield, Jack. (2004). Meditation for Beginners. Sounds True Publications. Siegel, Ronald (2010). The Mindfulness Solution: Everyday Practices for Everyday Problems. The Guilford Press. Professional Resources Bien, T. (2006). Mindful therapy: A guide for therapists and helping professionals. Boston: Wisdom. Bien, Thomas and Bien, Beverly (2002). Mindful Recovery: A Spiritual Path to Healing from Addiction. John Wiley and Sons, Inc. Brach, T. (2011). Meditation and psychotherapy: A professional training course for integrating mindfulness into clinical practice. [Audio: CD]. Boulder, CO: Sounds True Hanson, Rick and Mendius, Richard (2009). Buddha’s Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love and Wisdom. New Harbinger Publications. Harvey, S. (2014). The connection: Mind and body. [Video]. Australia: Elemental Media Pollak, S.M., Pedulla, T., & Siegel, R.D. (2014). Sitting together: Essential skills for mindfulness-based psychotherapy. New York: Guilford Press. Children's Resources Snel, Eline and Kabat-Zinn, Mayla (2013). Sitting Still Like a Frog: Mindfulness Exercises for Kids (and Their Parents). Maclean, Kerry Lee. (2004). Peaceful Piggy Meditation. Albert Whitman Prairie Books Thich Nhat Hanh. (2012). A Handful of Quiet: Happiness in Four Pebbles. The Future Teacher Foundation (Author). (2015). Mindfulness Coloring Book for Children: A Fantastic Introduction to Mindfulness