Thanks Alana! I spent some time again this week making a bunch of new @Buncee cards, love creating them, so much fun and I like making really diff backgrounds #engagechat
A1: Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention on the present. When you're mindful, you carefully observe your thoughts and feelings without judging them good or bad. #engagechat
A1 Mindfulness means being aware of others ideas, thoughts, & attitudes when you are interacting with them Also, being able to validate others views, especially when you don't agree #engagechat
A1 being present in the moment, knowing that we control our thoughts, actions and reactions. This pic from @BarbaraGruener is mindfulness to me #engagechat
A1: Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention on the present. When you're mindful, you carefully observe your thoughts and feelings without judging them good or bad. #engagechat
As Simon and Garfunkel famously sang in "Feeling Groovy" "Slow down, don't move too fast, you gotta make the moment last!" #engagechathttps://t.co/0sxuvLRHhg
A1 Mindfulness is being aware of your feelings, focused on your thoughts, staying present in the moments you are experiencing, art of reflection is part of it #engagechat
A1 Mindfulness means being aware of others ideas, thoughts, & attitudes when you are interacting with them Also, being able to validate others views, especially when you don't agree #engagechat
#engagechat An awareness of the energy of the universe. Shifting the negativity away and swiping the positive towards you. Listening, engaging, being present for those around you. When you focus and find your calm center you can spread joy and compassion
As Simon and Garfunkel famously sang in "Feeling Groovy" "Slow down, don't move too fast, you gotta make the moment last!" #engagechathttps://t.co/0sxuvLRHhg
A1 Mindfulness is being aware of your feelings, focused on your thoughts, staying present in the moments you are experiencing, art of reflection is part of it #engagechat
A1: Mindfulness to me means being terribly present in the moment without grasping, just observing things as they are not as you wish them to be...a quiet listening part of yourself comes out, appreciating the moment. #engagechat
#engagechat An awareness of the energy of the universe. Shifting the negativity away and swiping the positive towards you. Listening, engaging, being present for those around you. When you focus and find your calm center you can spread joy and compassion
A1 #engagechat It is so important to seek a mindful spirit - when you embrace mindfulness you are not short tempered & easily angered- you feel these emotions but you conquer them quickly and focus on how to change and grow rather than stew & become grounded in anger
#engagechat An awareness of the energy of the universe. Shifting the negativity away and swiping the positive towards you. Listening, engaging, being present for those around you. When you focus and find your calm center you can spread joy and compassion
#engagechat An awareness of the energy of the universe. Shifting the negativity away and swiping the positive towards you. Listening, engaging, being present for those around you. When you focus and find your calm center you can spread joy and compassion
A1 #engagechat It is so important to seek a mindful spirit - when you embrace mindfulness you are not short tempered & easily angered- you feel these emotions but you conquer them quickly and focus on how to change and grow rather than stew & become grounded in anger
It is of course important to love others and spread positivity but if you are not mindful with yourself you can crumble under the pressures of life- meditate & exercise and find ways to bring mindfulness to yourself as well #engagechat
A1: a state of being where the person is focused on their awareness on the present moment, calmly understanding and accepting your feelings, thoughts, sensations around you. #engagechat
A1: Mindfulness to me means being terribly present in the moment without grasping, just observing things as they are not as you wish them to be...a quiet listening part of yourself comes out, appreciating the moment. #engagechat
A1: Mindfulness means to be aware. Being aware leads to being present, knowing what is happening around you, accepting your thoughts and valuing others feelings as well as your own. #engagechat
Howdy #engagechat ~ did someone say #mindfulness? I've been researching this practice lately!! Just did a luncheon keynote yesterday. LOVE sharing what I'm learning about it. Here's my Pinterest collection: https://t.co/QZeataTHdv
Mindfulness is connecting your head to your heart and being aware of the feelings too. Maybe it is just me, but I tend to bury lots of things deep down that sometimes I am not even aware of #engagechat
A2 The start of #PurposeDrivenLife by @RickWarren "Its not about you" helps me be mindful Gets me off the ego & on a self-less attitude Having a hard time of that lately I will confess #engagechat
A2: Part of my morning ritual is to journal about what I learned the day before, what I'm grateful for, a favorite quote and what I need to accomplish to feel success. #engagechat
Mindfulness is connecting your head to your heart and being aware of the feelings too. Maybe it is just me, but I tend to bury lots of things deep down that sometimes I am not even aware of #engagechat
TY! After this semester ends in 1.5 weeks, my goal is to clean out my things I don't use here in the house. I need to reread you blog post about that topic. Thank you to you and @valerietilton for the reminder of that post!
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A2: Part of my morning ritual is to journal about what I learned the day before, what I'm grateful for, a favorite quote and what I need to accomplish to feel success. #engagechat
A2 For me I start with a morning routine which includes gratitude, prayer, coffee using a french press which slows me down and being joyful. Remembering to breathe in the day and take it all in....the colors and sounds
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#EngageChat Find the thoughts that make you happy and focus on those. CMPRLT is my mantra- Calm Mindful Patience Respond not React Listen and Try new things is my mantra- I live by.
A2: The first thing is probably paying attention to our breath. It's something so automatic that we have to intentionally make it something we notice and control. Here are some other ideas. https://t.co/EiyvAxXlos#engagechat
This is a great habit that I've got to get back to... 1st 30 minutes is about what I want the day to look like before I let others dictate the agenda! Thanks for reminding me of this! #engagechat
A2 Instead of trying to incorporate mindfulness—as if it’s a thing to have or use—we can choose to live mindfully: a way of being we can choose at any moment. #engagechat
A2: i get to school early most days. For the first 5-10 minutes, I just sit at my desk and shift the gears from home to school. This helps me focus on the day ahead. I pray over each child's seat in my classroom. #engagechat
Howdy #engagechat ~ did someone say #mindfulness? I've been researching this practice lately!! Just did a luncheon keynote yesterday. LOVE sharing what I'm learning about it. Here's my Pinterest collection: https://t.co/QZeataTHdv
A2: Being Mindful in the Shower, Being Mindful whilst Brushing your Teeth, Being Mindful on your Commute, Being Mindful while Washing Up, Being Mindful in the Queue #engagechat
A2: Walking into everyday with a new attitude. Listening to what students have to say whether it is on topic or not. It is important to realize what is happening in the students lives. Taking time at the end of the day to reflect and realize what could be better. #engagechat
A2: I spend some time in the garden weeding and/or watering. For that time, I stay focused on doing those things with maybe some time to reflect on something I'm thinking about at the time.
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A2 For me I start with a morning routine which includes gratitude, prayer, coffee using a french press which slows me down and being joyful. Remembering to breathe in the day and take it all in....the colors and sounds
#engagechat
We do a lot of balance postures in our classroom. I’ve also used breathing awareness, nature sit areas, blindfolding, etc to help access that mindful space. #engagechat
A2 #engagechat Family dinners with “High and Lows” intently listening to one another. Eye contact with friends and being a supportive person. I try my best to let things go and focus on my blessings.
A2 Instead of trying to incorporate mindfulness—as if it’s a thing to have or use—we can choose to live mindfully: a way of being we can choose at any moment. #engagechat
A2: Focus on the good in life each day, because the rest will drag you down. My Mom sent me this today! Remember life is precious, and keep things in perspective. #EngageChat
A2: i get to school early most days. For the first 5-10 minutes, I just sit at my desk and shift the gears from home to school. This helps me focus on the day ahead. I pray over each child's seat in my classroom. #engagechat
A2 - As you practice mindfulness in your daily life, it can become a habit of mind. I started with mindful breathing/meditation, and grew from there. #engagechat
A2. Mindfulness is being present in the moment, so take those everyday “autopilot” moments and use them as opportunities to intentionally practice mindfulness #EngageChat
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I have read it multiple times bc it always has something new to take from it! That and the book Every Day a Friday
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A2 The start of #PurposeDrivenLife by @RickWarren "Its not about you" helps me be mindful Gets me off the ego & on a self-less attitude Having a hard time of that lately I will confess #engagechat
Excellent! I'm committed to challenge myself and others to stop answering the question, "How are you?" with the non-answer answer, "Busy!" "No, really. How are you?" #engagechat
A2 The start of #PurposeDrivenLife by @RickWarren "Its not about you" helps me be mindful Gets me off the ego & on a self-less attitude Having a hard time of that lately I will confess #engagechat
Mindfulnessis contagious. When you smile & engage with even the grumpiest of people they soften. Mindfulness when practiced becomes a state of mind, a behavior engrained. #engagechat
A2. Mindfulness is being present in the moment, so take those everyday “autopilot” moments and use them as opportunities to intentionally practice mindfulness #EngageChat
A2 I have also been leaving myself notes so when I get busy, Something pops up and reminds me to notice and reflect, instead of rush, rush, rush! #engagechat
Mindfulness is contagious. When you smile & engage with even the grumpiest of people they soften. Mindfulness when practiced becomes a state of mind, a behavior engrained. #engagechat
If you need any help at all we can vox or dm each other. This is something I have done for 2 years with podcasts to help Mike and I. Excited for you! #engagechat
TY! After this semester ends in 1.5 weeks, my goal is to clean out my things I don't use here in the house. I need to reread you blog post about that topic. Thank you to you and @valerietilton for the reminder of that post!
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A2b: Here are some ideas for your #mindfulness practice. Remember, it's a practice so it's something we need to work at with intention, every day. #engagechat
Mindfulness is contagious. When you smile & engage with even the grumpiest of people they soften. Mindfulness when practiced becomes a state of mind, a behavior engrained. #engagechat
#EngageChat When we are not in the habit of staying positive- negativity sticks like glue. But with mindfulness our attitude and emotions become Teflon and we can bounce back from set back quickly
A2b: Here are some ideas for your #mindfulness practice. Remember, it's a practice so it's something we need to work at with intention, every day. #engagechat
A3: burnout. exhaustion. stress. a never ending feeling that you have no control of your thoughts or feelings. total chaos. shall I keep going...? #engagechat
Thanks, Alana. I've been giving these three-hour #mindfulness workshops with great success. People want to slow down and breathe; they just don't know how yet. #engagechat
A2: i get to school early most days. For the first 5-10 minutes, I just sit at my desk and shift the gears from home to school. This helps me focus on the day ahead. I pray over each child's seat in my classroom. #engagechat
When we are mindful we are able to slow down the chaos of life & meet the needs of others & self When we are not mindful the chaos envelopes us #engagechat
A3: Being angry at not only yourself but your students. Not wanting to listen to anyone. Simply going through the motions to get through the day. #engagechat
Joy and happiness ooze in and coat our day with positivity and open-mindedness. When we lose our grasp - when we can’t pause, breathe and focus we can become saturated with frustration and doubt. Mindfulness is about recognizing the next path. #engagechat
A3: burnout. exhaustion. stress. a never ending feeling that you have no control of your thoughts or feelings. total chaos. shall I keep going...? #engagechat
A3: burnout. exhaustion. stress. a never ending feeling that you have no control of your thoughts or feelings. total chaos. shall I keep going...? #engagechat
A2: Focus on the good in life each day, because the rest will drag you down. My Mom sent me this today! Remember life is precious, and keep things in perspective. #EngageChat
A4 Someone who is a servant leader, pushes their staff to have a life out of work, and listens. A person who also takes care of their needs, staying healthy
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A2: From within. Being mindful of my thoughts before I say or act gives me a sense of direction. Having in mind what I envision will determine how I will react or respond. #EngageChat
A4: Calm, even in the chaos. Disciplining students is a teaching moment, not punitive. Smiling. Reaching out to others. Compliments others. #engagechat
A4 Someone who is a servant leader, pushes their staff to have a life out of work, and listens. A person who also takes care of their needs, staying healthy
#engagechat
A1: Mindfulness to me means being fully present - - listening, being in the moment & not thinking about other things, etc. When my daughter developed a blood clot (DVT) in 8th grade years ago, I was forced to engage in mindfulness & be grateful for every moment. #engagechat
A4: A mindful leader is someone who can look at themselves honestly and reflect to become better. They care about the interest of others. In the end communication is key. #engagechat
A4 Someone who is a servant leader, pushes their staff to have a life out of work, and listens. A person who also takes care of their needs, staying healthy
#engagechat
A4 To me, mindful leaders see you when you're talking to them. They hear you. They speak directly to you and you know they are really there. #EngageChat
A4: Calm, even in the chaos. Disciplining students is a teaching moment, not punitive. Smiling. Reaching out to others. Compliments others. #engagechat
A4: A mindful leader is someone who can look at themselves honestly and reflect to become better. They care about the interest of others. In the end communication is key. #engagechat
A4: I just mentioned this recently because my 1st principal was a mindful leader. Started every mtg w: “The students aren’t here, but they are with us.” Held that space always. Held the same space whe he married hubs and me. #engagechat
A4 To me, mindful leaders see you when you're talking to them. They hear you. They speak directly to you and you know they are really there. #EngageChat
A2: Savoring every moment, being thankful & grateful in those moments, taking time to rest your mind, body, & spirit so you can be fully present, thinking of others, etc. #engagechat
#EngageChat When we are not in the habit of staying positive- negativity sticks like glue. But with mindfulness our attitude and emotions become Teflon and we can bounce back from set back quickly
A4: a leader who is present, aware, and calm. They are proactive, not reactive. And when you go in to talk to them... they stop what they are doing and look you in the eye... not at their computer or their phone. If they don't have time, they tell you. Straight up. #engagechat
I grew from rural area and books are non existent then I read it years ago and read it again, it gives different meaning as we go through life, my plan is to have a mini library for Ss in the rural schools #engagechat
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#EngageChat Present & open-minded. They are humble and trust others to lead. They guide and help others find their greatness. They see potential & opportunity and through kindness and patience, help others find theirs
A4: YIKES! Sorry Iʻm late! Focus, integrity, recognizes hard work, aware of their impact/ and influence, communicates w/ compassion & clarity, exudes humility, wonʻt ask something of another that he/she not willing to do him/herself #engagechat
#EngageChat When we are not in the habit of staying positive- negativity sticks like glue. But with mindfulness our attitude and emotions become Teflon and we can bounce back from set back quickly
A4: YIKES! Sorry Iʻm late! Focus, integrity, recognizes hard work, aware of their impact/ and influence, communicates w/ compassion & clarity, exudes humility, wonʻt ask something of another that he/she not willing to do him/herself #engagechat
#EngageChat Present & open-minded. They are humble and trust others to lead. They guide and help others find their greatness. They see potential & opportunity and through kindness and patience, help others find theirs
A4: YIKES! Sorry Iʻm late! Focus, integrity, recognizes hard work, aware of their impact/ and influence, communicates w/ compassion & clarity, exudes humility, wonʻt ask something of another that he/she not willing to do him/herself #engagechat
A3: Lack of mindfulness can result in exhaustion for yourself and/or making others think/feel that you don’t care about anyone but yourself. #engagechat
A4: A mindful leader is patient, nonjudgmental, thoughtful, and kind. No one is perfect. We are all human. But a mindful leader remembers this! #EngageChat
A4 #engagechat Mindful leaders create a positive culture, a calm atmosphere where everyone feels invested and a part of something bigger. When we feel connected- mindfulness spreads.
I grew from rural area and books are non existent then I read it years ago and read it again, it gives different meaning as we go through life, my plan is to have a mini library for Ss in the rural schools #engagechat
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@valerietilton, @Rdene915, @EngageChat
A4 A mindful leader knows time is limited and constantly weeds out the unnecessary. They know there is always an unexpected or hidden component in every situation and allows for that. #engagechat
Thanks. I am trying to remain focused in the moment but you should see my cluttered desk. Many folders arrayed but I am prioritizing to stay #mindful. #yoga helps. #engagechat
I know it’s odd but there’s this moment in the movie phenomenon when travolta is outside and the wind is blowing through this tree and he just turns his face up into the sun and that is THE feeling. Pure present peace. #engagechat
A5: S’s can learn to calm their minds and bodies, which lowers their heightened stress levels from trauma, peer interactions, etc. once calm, their brains are more open to take in and retain new information #engagechat
A5 When we are mindful we put Ss in front of our own needs When Ss see & feel that trust in Ts & their ability will grow That all leads to better achievement #engagechat
A5 Students will want to do well because they have a mindful leader setting the tone, leading the way-the environment will be one that will allow for risk taking and collaboration. #engagechat
A5: When a classroom has a culture of mindfulness, then students' affective filters are lowered which makes for a better learning and working environment.
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A5: I teach mindfulness strategies to my preschoolers! We do guided deep breathing and yoga almost every day, before we get into the rest of the day. It helps them to shift gears, slow down and focus on school! It's amazing! #engagechat
A4 pt 2: Mindful leaders also have that understanding of connection to a bigger whole. They cultivate networks of people who need each other. Whether those ppl know it themselves or not. #engagechat
A5: Part of being mindful is leading by example. Students may see the teacher grinding hard and achieving a lot and want to be that. In return they will do all their work in the hopes of achieving goals. #engagechat
A5 Mindfulness (a mindful culture) can build positive relationships and trust. (Prerequisites to learning) It also builds those habits of thoughtful (mindful!) decision making. Promotes #growthmindset making kids more resilient. #engagechat
A5 Students will want to do well because they have a mindful leader setting the tone, leading the way-the environment will be one that will allow for risk taking and collaboration. #engagechat
#EngageChat A mindful classroom is bustling and boisterous- energetic and purposeful. Students feel safe to risk take, they collaborate because they feel respected and they learn because they enjoy the company & the atmosphere. When students own their space, they fully commit.
I am going to say it helps them with life achievement. It teaches them how to be healthy and happy. Letting go of stuff that does not matter to focus on what does relationships.
Peace
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A4: A mindful leader models balance & reminds others of the importance of balance. Ex.)Helping someone who is working their life away—trying to help this person see that they are missing out on precious moments w/family & their kids that they can’t ever get back. #engagechat
A5: I teach mindfulness strategies to my preschoolers! We do guided deep breathing and yoga almost every day, before we get into the rest of the day. It helps them to shift gears, slow down and focus on school! It's amazing! #engagechat
A5 It helps them relax, thus making them more focused in the tasks we let them experience, I do yoga in all my classes, one Ss commented 'this is so relaxing' #engagechat
A5 A classroom culture of trust is enhanced by #mindful practices. Students flourish when the environment is #calm & #inquiry driven. Choice leads to amplified voice but all work has to be mindfully approached and worked upon. #engagechat
I was scared to death!! I got some positive feedback, so I'm guessing it went well. I'm still trying to decompress from the conference. It was SO POWERFUL. I was honored just to be able to attend! #engagechat
A5 Mindfulness (a mindful culture) can build positive relationships and trust. (Prerequisites to learning) It also builds those habits of thoughtful (mindful!) decision making. Promotes #growthmindset making kids more resilient. #engagechat
A5 #engagechat Calm and focus are strategies to inspire and redirect our minds. When we can recognize our ship is adrift, we can steer it back to shore. Mindfulness is the breeze in our sails.
A4: A mindful leader models balance & reminds others of the importance of balance. Ex.)Helping someone who is working their life away—trying to help this person see that they are missing out on precious moments w/family & their kids that they can’t ever get back. #engagechat
A5: Mindfullness helps ss Lrn to channel attn 2 productive tasks, sustain motivation when wk becomes demanding & 2 handle the frustrations of sharing, learning, & communicating w/peers- skills that depend on ability to understand & mng emotions. #engagechat
A5: when teachers practice mindfulness, students can to... it starts a chain reaction that will forever change the culture of school. I've seen teachers practice mindfulness with their students before exams & the overall feeling in the room is definitely more positive #engagechat
absolutely, during testing days, I ask my Ss if they wanted music and they DO because it helps them relax and be mindful of things at the moment #engagechat
A5 #engagechat Mindfulness is the color- bright and beautiful that draws our eyes to the good, the joyful, the positive. When things become blurry or faded - it is the highlighter, the fluorescence that reignites our spark.
A5: As adults and proven successful learners, we take for granted our ability to be successful meta cognitive thinkers! We must teach our students this ability to utilize their ability to analyze and “think about their thinking.” Key to consistent success! #engagechat
A5: If the leader/teacher is mindful, the kids/people around this person feel the calmness instead of the chaos. What a great thing to model! The calmness impacts the learning environment which impacts relationships and achievement. #engagechat
A5: It’s a big help! When a T aspires for a continuous progression in her Ss’ performances, they’re mindful of how to engage all to her objectives. #EngageChat
