Explore the many benefits of yoga and mindfulness techniques, and how to utilize these techniques for interventions with children. In this workshop, we will unpack the Social Emotional Learning toolbox and discuss the development of coping skills. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the physiological ways that the brain and body interact. Where: Jewish Family and Children’s Services, 2150 Post Street, Olive Room, San Francisco, CA 94115 When: August 1, 2019 Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm REGISTER HERE At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to: -List practical, concrete tools in the Social Emotional Learning toolbox that develop emotional literacy and increase capacity for self-regulation. -Identify child-friendly terms and phrases to explain the brain’s physiology as it relates to managing emotion. -Describe in child-friendly terms the relationship between mind and body, self-regulation, impulse control, and positive social skills. -Demonstrate games and yoga poses that increase capacity for… Read More »
Mindful Yoga Breaks Workshop for Parents & Educators
Mindful Yoga Breaks® workshops help teachers, librarians, social workers, therapists, parents, and anyone working with children to bring focus, self-regulation, and fun to the classroom, home, or office while fostering social-emotional learning. You will learn “lifesaver tools” such as breathing exercises, mindfulness activities, yoga poses, yoga & mindfulness games, and relaxation techniques. Participants will leave with dozens of ideas to add to the teaching toolbox that can be used in little breaks (one, five, 10, or 15 minutes) throughout the day. Parents will learn strategies for transitions, calming the escalation of tantrums and letting kids find what works for them to self-regulate. A manual is provided with descriptions of everything you learn as well as sample lesson plans. Date: May 11, 2019 Where: Alphabet Academy, 2389 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT Times: 9:00am – 11:30am Investment: $65.00 pre-register, $75 day of 3 or more people register together for a discount rate… Read More »
Put Down That Cell Phone!
This past weekend we took a vacation to California to see all our west coast friends and celebrate LOVE at a gorgeous wedding tucked into an apple orchard in the mountains of San Luis Obispo. It was so beautiful. I did not work for 5 days, I did not respond to email, go on social media (except to post photos every evening) and basically shut down my brain. It was exactly what I needed. As someone who can feasibly work 24/7, taking time off is IMPERATIVE for me. I also celebrated my 48th trip around the sun with dozens of my besties and it was just the celebration I needed. While we are patiently waiting for spring to appear here in the Northeast, we can think about more ways to bring mindfulness to our daily life. Yes, the flowers are blooming (and they are GORGEOUS) but do you miss it because… Read More »
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