Presence and Embodiment: The Root of Mindfulness-Based Learning

Educating Mindfully Members: Please continue this conversation in our Member Online Community for the opportunity to earn PD/CEU hours. Learn More.Episode Overview: Presence and embodiment are the two core areas of Educating Mindfully's Mindfulness-Based Learning Framework that are at the root of each of the framework's components. Lindsey Frank explored the relationship between mindfulness, presence, and embodiment through core skill components while sharing personal examples of how disconnection can impact teaching, leading, and student engagement. She provided practical strategies for cultivating presence and embodiment in educational settings, including mindfulness practices and resources for further learning and professional development.Episode Resources: Educating Mindfully Website Mindfulness-Based Learning Framework Educating Mindfully's Book (Lindsey mentioned Chapter 21)Mindfulness Toolbox Free Download (Senses resource included) Mindfulness-Based Learning Micro-Credential Program Companion Voices BlogsCompanion Lesson Inspirations (member resource)The Butterfly Within Website (Lindsey's Transformational Coaching)Big Change, Better You, Beautiful World (Lindsey's children's book she shared)Catch It, Check It, Change It (Strategy Lindsey mentioned) Guest Bio: Lindsey Frank, M.Ed. is the President and Operational Team Director of the Coalition of Schools Educating Mindfully, where she led the co-creation of Educating Mindfully's Mindfulness-Based Learning Framework and Mindfulness-Based Learning Micro-Credential Program. Lindsey has served in learning communities across age ranges and roles as a learning behavior specialist, interventionist, classroom teacher, districtwide climate and social-emotional learning coach, and has her master’s in Educational Leadership. Lindsey was instrumental in her former district in developing the district SEL team, was one of the first SEL coaches in her state, and has mentored new SEL coaches on their journeys.  Inspired by her years and passion in education to support well-being, Lindsey developed her company, The Butterfly Within®, empowering heart-centered changemakers of all ages, especially educators and leaders, to cultivate courageous, calm, and connected communities. She is an award-winning children’s book author and has received specialized certifications in transformational coaching, yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. Her life motto is, “Be generous with your time, go where others are afraid to go, give it all you’ve got, and love what you do.”Mindful Partner Gratitude: This episode is supported by one of our Mindful Partners, Mind Body Align—creators of Labyrinth Adventures, story-based tools for whole-child development and confident learners. You can learn more at MindBodyAlign.com.