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Mindfulness - November 2020
Mindfulness - November 2020
Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us.
Benefits of mindfulness include:
Reduced rumination - Decreased negative thoughts and fewer depressive symptoms
Stress reduction
Boosts to working memory
Focus - increased ability to focus attention and suppress distracting information
Less emotional reactivity - handle emotional reactions in a better way
More cognitive flexibility - develop the skill of self-observation and how to manage emotions
Relationship satisfaction - helps with communicating one's emotions to a partner and handling relationship stress.
These benefits are all extreme helpful for children who are in school, especially during such strange and confusing times.
Examples of mindfulness activities for different grade levels:
Examples of mindfulness activities for different grade levels:
Pre-K
Elementary
Secondary
Extensions
- Visit the Virtual Calming Library developed by CMS: Virtual Calming Library
Four Fun Activities to Try at Home
Four Fun Activities to Try at Home
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