Mindfulness and Nervous System Regulation

Educating Mindfully Members: Please continue this conversation in our Member Online Community for the opportunity to earn PD/CEU hours. Learn More.Episode Overview: Lindsey Frank and Kalee Thompson discussed trauma-supportive practices in education. They defined trauma and emphasizing the importance of using intentional language when discussing trauma. Kalee explained that emotional safety is essential and shared powerful strategies for co-regulating.Episode Resources: Educating Mindfully WebsiteMindfulness-Based Learning FrameworkEducating Mindfulness-Based Learning Micro-Credential ProgramEducating Mindfully's Book (Chapters 6, 7, 33, 38)Mood MeterRULER ApproachZones of RegulationWindow of ToleranceTrauma-Sensitive MindfulnessThe Deepest WellRestorative ConversationsTrauma-Informed Teaching StrategiesColor and Psychological Functioning: A Review of Theoretical and Empirical WorkThe Psychology of ColorThe National Child Traumatic Stress NetworkMindUp Guest Bio: As the Lower School Coordinator of Health and Wellness at Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School, Kalee Thompson is a heart-centered counselor and holistic educator with a passion for whole-school wellness. She holds a master's degree in Social Work and has extensive experience as a school counselor and teacher in schools across the U.S. and India, including six years at the American Embassy School in New Delhi. She is a certified yoga teacher and mindfulness guide, as well as the creator of a student-led mindfulness program. She is also the author of the upcoming book, One Breath at a Time, which focuses on educator wellness.Become a Mindful Partner