PODCAST · education
The Mindful Classroom
by Thomas Belasco
We will have a weekly discussion about best practices in the SEL classroom and ways you can shape your room to fit a struggling student’s needs. We will also look at techniques school employees can utilize to better regulate their stress. Until we return to the classroom, I will offer guided meditations twice a week for your mindful focus
Episodes
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The Eight Worldy Concerns
summary In this conversation, Thomas discusses the importance of embracing imperfection and taking action rather than waiting for the perfect moment. He shares insights from his journey into coaching and the launch of his website, emphasizing the value of personal growth and self-reflection. The...
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Facing Change. A Challenge for Growth
This one comes off warts and all. I was fumbking for words and really working through my thoughts. Decided to share the process. Enjoy.
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Being in the Present Moment
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Guided Meditation:Regulating Emotions with Visualization
summary In this meditation session, TJ Belasco guides listeners through a visualization exercise using the ocean as a metaphor for the mind. The session begins with deep grounding breaths and focuses on regulating emotions and finding calmness. The visualization involves imagining being on a boat...
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Poem "All Things Shall Pass Away"
summary In this conversation, TJ Belasco shares a poem called 'All Things Shall Pass Away' by Theodore Tilton and discusses the importance of embracing the impermanence of life. He emphasizes the need to lean into grief and experience the emotions fully, while also appreciating the joyous…
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Benjamin Franklin's 13 Virtues Final Part (3 of 3)
summaryIn this episode, TJ Belasco wraps up his discussion on Benjamin Franklin's 13 necessary virtues. He explores the virtues of moderation, cleanliness, tranquility, chastity, and humility, examining their relevance in today's world. TJ reflects on the importance of self-reflection and the...
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Benjamin Franklin's 13 Virtues: Part 2
summary In this conversation, TJ Belasco discusses the virtues of frugality, industry, sincerity, and justice. He reflects on how these virtues apply in today's society and shares personal anecdotes and examples. TJ emphasizes the importance of prioritizing our time and resources, being mindful…
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Franklin's 13 virtues (Part 1)
Summary In this conversation, TJ Belasco discusses the virtues mentioned by Benjamin Franklin in his autobiography and how they can be applied to our lives today. The virtues include temperance, silence, order, resolution, frugality, industry, sincerity, justice, moderation, cleanliness,...
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The Mindful Classroom: Finding Purpose and Performance
Summary The conversation is about the mindful classroom, which is both a YouTube channel and a coaching business. The host, TJ Belasco, explains that the mindful classroom is a combination of his experience as a meditation mindfulness teacher and his 32 years of teaching in a classroom. He...
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Choosing Positivity and Support over Negativity & Metta Meditation
If you are only interested in the Metta (Lovingkindness) Meditation, advance to the 15 minute mark Summary TJ Belasco reflects on his retirement from teaching and the joy he finds in working with young adults. He shares his experience of conducting a workshop on social and emotional learning and...
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Don't look past today when improving your life
Summary The conversation revolves around the theme of enjoying the present moment and reflecting on one's accomplishments. Thomas emphasizes the importance of finding satisfaction in where one is in life while still striving for self-improvement. He encourages daily reflection on the positive...
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Perception Shapes Our Reality
Please subscribe to my channel. Summary The conversation revolves around the importance of family, humility, gratitude, and perspective. It emphasizes the need to find humor in life and not take oneself too seriously. The concept of looking at setbacks as opportunities for growth is discussed, as...
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Coping with Fear, Suffering, and Isolation
Summary In this episode, TJ Belasco reflects on the power of positive thinking and the ability to find joy and gratitude in any circumstance. He shares the story of Steve Gleason, an American football player with ALS, who maintains a positive outlook despite his struggles. TJ discusses the...
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Losing the Ego ... Launching The Mindful Classroom Coaching
Summary In this conversation, Thomas reflects on the importance of staying true to oneself and not seeking validation from others. He discusses the concept of the ego and how it can lead to suffering and frustration. Thomas shares Stoic quotes that emphasize the power of controlling one's…
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Cold Plunge Living a Great Story
Summary The conversation revolves around the theme of living a great story and taking control of one's own destiny. The speaker emphasizes the importance of reflection and making positive changes in our lives. He encourages listeners to examine the areas of their lives that are working well and...
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Believe, Behave, Become
Summary The conversation explores the concept of 'believe, behave, become' as an alternative to 'fake it until you make it'. It emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself, shaping behavior to align with beliefs, and ultimately becoming the person one aspires to be. The conversation also...
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Staying True to Our Purpose and Methods to Deal with Our Overwhelm
SummaryIn this conversation, TJ Belasco discusses the importance of preparation and being ready to take important steps. He reads a passage from the Daily Stoic about the struggle of getting out of bed and doing the work we were made for. TJ reflects on the busy summer season in the service...
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Meditation: Following your Breath
A 15 minute meditation following your breath. I take turns focusing on the stomach, lungs (chest), and under your nostrils.
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Finding Your North Star: A Guide to Purposeful Living
Summary In this episode, TJ Belasco discusses the concept of a North Star and how it can guide our lives. He shares examples of individuals who have had a clear North Star and how it has shaped their actions and decisions. TJ encourages listeners to reflect on their own North Star and how it…
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Explaining The Mindful Classroom
Summary The Mindful Classroom is a concept that evolved from the speaker's experience as an educator. It represents a shared space where students and teachers contribute their energy and learn from each other. The speaker emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and being present in every moment,...
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Wild Geese
Summary In this conversation, TJ Belasco shares a frustrating experience with customer service and reflects on the importance of allowing oneself to feel and process emotions. He also discusses a poem by Mary Oliver called 'Wild Geese' and how it resonates with him. TJ emphasizes the idea that…
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Finding Common Ground
I apologize for the audio on this one. SummaryThe conversation explores the theme of unity and finding common ground despite differences. It begins with a discussion of an episode of Northern Exposure that highlights the idea of community and togetherness. The conversation then delves into the...
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Zen Breath work Meditation
SummaryIn this conversation, TJ Belasco discusses the book 'Untangled' by Koshin Pali Ellison, which explores the Eightfold Path and mindfulness. He shares a favorite story and leads a guided meditation practice, emphasizing the importance of being present and mindful in everyday life....
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Paying Attention
Takeaways Unification of projects under the mindful classroom label Exploration of attention and compassion Impact of preconceptions and judgments on perception of others Importance of paying attention and finding common ground Influence of media and the need for quiet reflection Exploring...
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Use Obstacles as your Motivation
Ryan Holiday: The Dailystoic Marcus Aurelius: Meditations This was the book that I blanked on. The minute I got out and into the shower, it came to me: Thinking Body; Dancing Mind I am using Square Space to design my website: Mindfulclassroom.com If any of you have tips and pointers, reach out. I...
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What is your "Top Story?"
What is "Your Top Story?" #liveagreatstory #chooseyourfuture
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See People for Who They Are
Back into the cold plunge to contemplate how we can see people for who they are and not who we think they should be. " I honestly have never been so touched that someone took the time to notice me and see me for who I am." #seepeople #becurious #enjoythemoment
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The Mindful Classroom: Forgiveness
Ted Forgives Rebecca https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhf5QSc0oZI We need to look at the pain holding anger and resentment inflicts on us, and eventually as we internalize that anger, who it makes us become. Eventually, it doesn't just eat us alive, it attacks those around us from our behavior,...
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The Road to Happiness
Welcome back to what I will call season three of The Mindful Classroom Podcast. This season will be much more freeform with one episode that delves deeper into books I am reading. The other episodes will explore topics in a quicker session ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. Starting next week, the...
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A Spiritual Unity/ Metta Meditation (ep 15)
Summary In this episode, TJ Belasco explores the theme of unity and the importance of connecting with others. He discusses the beauty of Zen and the concept of losing the self to realize our interconnectedness. TJ emphasizes the need to listen and understand others, even those with whom we...
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The 5 AM Club and Ikigai
Today's episode explores two nooks. Ikigai, The Japanese Secret to a Long and Healthy Life ( https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/549469/ikigai-by-hector-garcia-and-francesc-miralles/) and The 5AM Club ( https://www.amazon.com/AM-Club-Morning-Elevate-Life/dp/1443460710) 10 Principles of...
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RAIN Meditation Practice
Mary Oliver's "The Sun "http://www.phys.unm.edu/~tw/fas/yits/archive/oliver_thesun.html The Parable of the River:https://landiscenter.lafayette.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/69/2015/01/SaveBabies.pdf Tara Brach "Radical Compassion" https://www.tarabrach.com/books/radical-compassion/
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Working with "Monkey Mind" (Meditation) ep. 12
SummaryIn this conversation, TJ Belasco discusses the power of focus, stepping out of comfort zones, and the regrets of the dying. He also explores the concept of the monkey mind and leads a meditation on the thinking mind. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding and…
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The Mindful Classroom (episode 11) Book Review
Summary In this conversation, Thomas discusses the concept of stoicism and the power of not having an opinion. He then explores the dichotomy of control and the importance of focusing on what we can control. Thomas also reviews two books he has been reading: '100 Things We've Lost to the…
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2 wolves and Labeling Meditation ( Episode 10)
Summary In this episode, TJ Belasco discusses the story of the two wolves, which represents the battle between good and evil within us. He emphasizes the importance of feeding the good wolf by cultivating positive qualities and being mindful of our thoughts and actions. TJ explores the concept of...
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Groundhog day edition (episode 9)
The Daily Stoic: https://store.dailystoic.com/collections/signed-books/products/the-daily-stoic-signed-edition Catalog of unabashed gratitude: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/58762/catalog-of-unabashed-gratitude Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow :...
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Mountain Meditation
Today we explore square breathing and then end with a visualization (Mountain Meditation) Square Breathing Example: https://youtu.be/bF_1ZiFta-E?si=_4zCyUMzd5ow_BODThe Zen Monkey and Lotus Flower : https://www.amazon.com/Zen-Monkey-Lotus-Flower-Happiness/dp/B0CGCBM1FM
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Episode 7
This episodes explores a Metta (Lovingkindness) meditation followed by a discussion of the ending of The Art of Solitude by Stephen Batchelor. I then explore my takeaways and realizations from the book.
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Episode 6 Body Scan Meditation
Opens up with the poem "Kindness" by Naomi Shihab Nye followed by a body scan meditation.
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The Mindful Classroom -- The Art of Solitude by Stephen Batchelor
Stephen Batchelor The Art of Solitude: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Solitude-Stephen-Batchelor/dp/0300250932 Vipassanna Meditation: https://www.dhamma.org/en/index
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Episode 4 Sound Meditation
This week's focus will be on better editing and cleaning up the new episodes I post. However, I wanted to get the back episodes up so I am up to date. Thanks for your patience. Also, sorry about the dog's visits. I learned today that early morning recording will work much better. The podcast I...
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Episode 3 -- The Creative Act by Rick Rubin
Discussion of Rick Rubin's A Creative Act (book) with some other recommendations thrown in at the end for good measure.
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Episode 2 Meditation Focusing on Your Breath
Episode two explores meditation ( mindfulness). This examines meditation on the breath. I learned quite a bit recording this, so excuse my dog begging for attention. As mentioned, if you want guidance continuing along your meditation journey you can look for apps like 10% Happier, Calm…
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Welcome back to The Mindful Classroom
A reintroduction to The Mindful Classroom. A short episode exploring where we will go and focusing on doing over perfection. As Nike said, “Just Do It.”
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Episode 2 Relax, Allow, Observe
This episode offers a meditation for stressful times. Sometimes it is best to ask ourselves, Is this useful. If we can maintain a healthy perspective of what is in our control and what is not, we will be better equipped to handle what the world throws our way. So, get comfortable and work on...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We will have a weekly discussion about best practices in the SEL classroom and ways you can shape your room to fit a struggling student’s needs. We will also look at techniques school employees can utilize to better regulate their stress. Until we return to the classroom, I will offer guided meditations twice a week for your mindful focus
HOSTED BY
Thomas Belasco
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