The Journey Begins

Episode 1 - The Journey Begins (8/1/2023) Does the thought of wading through websites looking for ways to manage the stress we all feel in life make you want to put your head down and cry? Join Angela, Jessica, and Amy, experienced teachers and yoga instructors, as they light-heartedly share techniques for dealing with “big emotions” that they have found success with for their students, their own kids, and in their own lives. This month, gain an understanding of ways to use mindfulness and simple yoga skills to bring some calm, and some humor, to your wellness journey.  Episode 1  Print Sources ‌Alber, D. (2020). A little calm spot: A story about yoga and feeling focused. Diane Albert Art LLC.  Alber, D. (2019). A little peaceful spot : a story about mindfulness. Diane Alber Art LLC. ‌Butler, J., & Free Spirit Publishing. (2019). Mindful classrooms : daily 5-minute practices to support social-emotional learning (PreK to grade 5). Free Spirit Publishing. ‌Harper, J. C., & Gilmour, K. (2017). Yoga and mindfulness practices for children activity and coloring book. Pesi Pub & Media. Kerr, C. & Green, J. (2020). Yoga animals in the forest. Ivy Kids, An Imprint Of The Quarto Group. ‌Maguire, N. (2020). My body sends a signal: helping kids recognize emotions and express feelings. Hamburg Magvayr, Natalia. Seuss, D., Fancher, L., & Johnson, S. (2011). My many colored days. Paw Prints. Verde, S., & Reynolds, P. H. (2017). I am yoga. Abrams Appleseed, An Imprint Of Abrams. Willey, K., & Anni Betts. (2019). Breathe like a bear : 30 mindful moments for kids to feel calm and focused anytime, anywhere. Rodale Kids. Video links and online sources An example of tapping in action : https://www.youtube.com/shorts/a9oibTJuMeI The Tapping Solution (EFT): How To Get Started. (n.d.). www.thetappingsolution.com. https://www.thetappingsolution.com/ A simple breathing technique that can be done anytime, anywhere, by anyone: Five-finger breathing explained by James Parker, MD, of the Everett Clinic