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How Can We Accept What We Don’t Like About Ourselves?
Acknowledging the reality of the situation is the first step toward making a change. (by Catharine Hannay)
Are You Trying to Solve the Wrong Problem?
We often think we know the solution when we’ve actually misidentified the problem. (by Catharine Hannay)
Step Back, Then Tackle Your Frustration: Tips for Mindful (but Busy!) Teachers
Strategies for dealing with the common challenges of teachers. (by Catharine Hannay)
Religious and Spiritual Perspectives on Mindfulness
Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Indigenous, Jewish, and Muslim mindfulness and contemplative practices
5 Improvisational Mindfulness Activities for Academic Classes
Tips for integrating mindfulness, improv, and academic content, from Ira Rabois, author of Compassionate Critical Thinking
Mindfully Meditative Christian Practices
by Dr. Irene Kraegel, from her book The Mindful Christian: Cultivating a Life of Intentionality, Openness, and Faith
Best Practices in Teaching Yoga to Kids: Q+A with Sara Weis
Tips from Sara J. Weis, an elementary school teacher, kids’ yoga instructor, yoga teacher trainer, and the mother of three kids.
ADDRESSING Diversity in Mindfulness Teaching
There are many different paths to mindfulness. (by Catharine Hannay)
Body-Based Practices for Self-Care and Stress Relief
A curated collection of mindful movement and body-based practices
Personal Triggers: Recognizing the Causes of Problematic Behavior
An activity by Sam Himelstein and Stephen Saul to help understand the sources of troublesome behavior
Mindful Teaching of Native American History and Life: Q+A with Maggie Dunne
Indigenous ally Maggie Dunne discusses how parents and educators can raise kids to be more aware of the challenges and contributions of Native peoples.
Mindful or Mindless? Analyzing Characters in Books and Movies
Questions to consider as you watch and read your favorite stories. (for adults or kids)
A Very Brief Introduction to Mindfulness Research
There are three typical ways to measure mindfulness, which are quite different from each other.
Realistic Self-Care: Is It Possible to Keep All the Balls in the Air?
Catharine Hannay and Rev. Deborah Hannay Sunoo discuss balancing our own and our families’ needs with the needs of our ‘flocks.’
7 Ways to Bring Mindfulness Into Any Classroom
Tips for educators who are interested in teaching mindfulness but don't work in a context where it's understood or supported. (by Catharine Hannay)
Mindfulness in Schools: Research-Based Support for Teacher Training
by Brandi Lust of Learning Lab Consulting
7 Reasons Mindfulness Might Not "Work" for Everyone
Common misunderstandings about practicing and teaching mindfulness. (by Catharine Hannay)

