Teacher Meditation Strategies for the Non-Meditator

Many people find it difficult to tune out their racing thoughts and focus only on the breath. When this happens, it can be helpful to give your brain the simple task of attending to only one of your senses. This brings you to the present, puts you in a calm state, and best of all, can be done anywhere.

Key Points

• We will explain tips on using each of the three options: mindful breathing, mindful listening, and mindful observing

Additional Resources

Mindfulness for Teachers and School Leaders

Practice Over Perfection: Bringing Mindfulness to the Classroom

Managing Challenging Behaviors

Establishing Powerful Presence in the Classroom