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"Cultivating Happiness, Resilience, and Well-Being through Meditation, Mindfulness, and Movement: A Guide for Educators" is available for ordering! We encourage you to find out more here: https://lnkd.in/dHy6ipve

As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to think ahead about how we can better support ourselves and the students we care for. The CEI team is thrilled to invite you to a transformative event happening just after your well-deserved winter break! We hope you have a wonderful winter break filled with rest and joy. Feel free to comment with any questions. ❄️ #educator #teacher #emotionalintelligence

Mastering the ability to shift between everyday leadership and crisis leadership is essential for leaders who aspire to maintain stability during normal operations and guide their teams effectively through crises. Understanding the nuances of each form of leadership equips individuals with the skills to respond confidently and competently, regardless of the challenges they face. #thoughtleadership. #leadership, #crisis, #communications, #schoolsafety, #safetyfirst, #crisisleadership

🌏 Reflections from Dr. Christine Mason’s Time with Lata Tulachan 🌿 Dr. Christine Mason’s transformative 14-day journey through Nepal wasn’t just about exploring breathtaking landscapes and building bridges of understanding, kindness, and shared purpose. From engaging with students and yoga teachers to learning about Nepal’s deep spiritual history, she experienced the power of humanity's collective resilience and compassion. Here’s how Nepal inspired her reflections on mindfulness, global community, and the 5Cs of CEI’s heart-centered learning: "My deepest thanks to Lata Tulachan who helped organize my 14 days in Nepal. Thanks to Lata I not only spent time with students, schools, and yoga teachers, but I also came to have a deeper understanding of the history of Kathmandu, the birthplace of Buddha, and the reverence for basic principles of kindness. Whether I was trekking up mountain steps, visiting a stupa, sipping ginger-honey-lemon tea, or weaving in and out of traffic for a two-hour journey to hilltop ayurvedic resort, I was surrounded with a conscious understanding of myself and others, a feelings of reciprocal compassion for our journey on this planet at this time, and a sense of the confidence, resilience, and courage of so many Nepalese people. And with teachers, staff, students, and yoga instructors, I found a sense of community as we shared our common commitments to youth, to our communities, and to our global connections. The 5Cs we write about so often at CEI were present as we shared from our hearts." Let’s continue fostering compassion, courage, and connection in every learning space. 💛✨ #MindfulLeadership #GlobalEducation #YogaInSchools #TransformativeLearning #CompassionateLeadership #WellnessInEducation #EducationForPeace #TeacherWellness #SocialEmotionalLearning #GlobalCollaboration #MindfulnessMatters #WellBeingJourney #PositiveEducation #CulturalExchange #HealingThroughYoga #ProfessionalDevelopment 

🌿 Collaborating with Yoga Teachers Interested in Bringing Yoga to Schools in Kathmandu 🌿 During her transformative trip to Kathmandu, Dr. Christine Mason, the Founder and Senior Scholar of CEI, met with 20 passionate yoga teachers eager to integrate yoga into local schools. At a local studio, they explored CEI’s approach to cultivating happiness, resilience, and well-being through meditation, mindfulness, and movement. As Dr. Mason noted,   "On a Saturday after I had presented on yoga at several schools, I met with a group of about 20 yoga teachers at a local yoga studio in Kathmandu. At the sessions I shared with them highlights of CEI’s approach (see our book Cultivating Happiness, Resilience and Well-Being through Meditation, Mindfulness, and Movement at https://lnkd.in/g--MDn_J). Over the course of three hours we joined hands as we chanted Aad Garey Nameh, Sat Guru Nameh, Siri Guru Deva Namah. This is a mantra for protection I learned as a kundalini yoga teacher. It essentially means “I bow to my inner guru (teacher), I bow to wisdom of the ages, I bow to true wisdom, I bow to the great unseen wisdom.”    During our time together, we discussed the possibilities of continuing connections, and we had the time to breathe together and chant other mantras for peace and healing. It was uplifting to feel their spirit and enthusiasm for our work." Dr. Mason’s journey to Nepal was a profound exchange of wisdom, connection, and shared purpose, reinforcing the transformative power of mindfulness, yoga, and compassionate leadership in education. #MindfulLeadership #GlobalEducation #YogaInSchools #TransformativeLearning #CompassionateLeadership #WellnessInEducation #EducationForPeace #TeacherWellness #SocialEmotionalLearning #GlobalCollaboration #MindfulnessMatters #WellBeingJourney #PositiveEducation #CulturalExchange #HealingThroughYoga

Just Released 📢 Advising People on Using 988 Versus 911: Practical Approaches for Healthcare Providers This guide gives providers strategies to help others understand to use the #988Lifeline for #MentalHealth support and 911 for physical emergencies ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gSJCUU9B

🌟 Transform Your School with Heart-Centered Learning! 🌟 Imagine a school where every student feels supported, understood, and empowered. Join the HeartMind Community by the Center for Educational Improvement (CEI) and access tools that foster mindfulness, resilience, and compassion in educational spaces. ✨ What You’ll Gain: 📬 HeartMind e-News – Monthly expert tips & success stories. 📚 Exclusive Discounts – On CEI’s mindfulness and educational publications. 💡 Actionable Tip Sheets – Implement Heart-Centered Learning strategies quickly. 🤝 Professional Networking – Connect with peers committed to student well-being. 🔗 Be the Change: https://lnkd.in/g7bgMz5u 💖 Together, let’s create compassionate learning environments where every child and educator can thrive. #HeartMindEd #CompassionateSchools #TraumaInformedLearning #SocialEmotionalWellness #EducationForAll #MindfulnessInSchools #TeacherSupport #StudentWellbeing #EducationLeaders #CommunityOfCare #BuildingResiliency #PositiveEducation #EducationMatters #SchoolWellness #MindfulLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #MentalHealth 

Join us TONIGHT for the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) Assistant Principal Community of Practice virtual meetup. Hosted by, Donna McGuire, it's an opportunity to connect, learn, and share from 7-8pm ET. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ekDg6avk

Unlocking School Bias https://lnkd.in/euSYCA9h Release March 14, 2025. Preorder now to save 20% using code SAVE20

🌟 Join Us for an Inspiring Discussion on Storytelling & Emotional Well-Being! 🌟 📅 Tuesday, January 14, 2025 ⏰ 1 PM EST 📍 Online Hosted by SEEInG Discover how storytelling can nurture emotional intelligence and well-being in children and adults! This month’s session features Dr. Donna Housman, Ed.D, creator of the ECSELent Adventures book series, sharing strategies for enhancing emotional awareness through storytelling. Learn how to address challenging issues like trauma, loss, bias, and anxiety with empathy and insight. 💡 What to Expect: ✨ Expert insights on emotional intelligence in education ✨ Breakout discussions and resource sharing ✨ Collaboration with professionals in early childhood education (ECE) Let’s build compassionate learning environments together! 🔗 On Sale December 31 at midnight: https://lnkd.in/gzBHDBXv #StorytellingForGood #EmotionalIntelligence #EarlyChildhoodEducation #TeacherWellness #ECELeaders #EducatorSupport #SEL #TraumaResponsiveSchools #InclusiveEducation #CompassionateLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment 📩 Questions? Contact SEEInG for more info. We look forward to learning and growing with you! 🌱