3 Tips for Teaching Mindfulness to Christian Youth

Today I’d like to share with you: some guidance on how to communicate effectively with Christian youth (or their parents) who might have concerns about mindfulness instruction, and an overview of Christian mindfulness and contemplative practices.    Tip #1. Examine Your Own Assumptions   —If you’re a Christian yourself, or if you’ve worked with other …

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A Dozen Songs for Teaching About Healthy Relationships

Here are a variety of songs you can use while teaching adolescents and young adults about healthy and unhealthy relationships.  I’ve included brief descriptions to help you choose, but please preview any videos you plan to use with your students or clients to make sure they’re appropriate for your particular context. All I Want, Olivia …

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5 Types of Boundaries Every Youth Worker Needs

Here are a few guidelines for establishing appropriate boundaries with the youth under your care.   Boundary #1 Your Personal Information  In one of my very first sessions teaching English as a Second Language, I was helping students fill out forms. During the break, my supervisor pulled me aside and explained why it wasn’t such …

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How to Talk About Marijuana so Teens Will Listen: 4 Essential Tips

Talking with teens about marijuana can be challenging. The following tips will help you communicate effectively with youth about their reasons for using cannabis and how it could be impacting them.  Tip #1. Reframe the Conversation Dr. Sam Himelstein, the director of the Center for Adolescent Studies, has some advice for any adult who’s trying …

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A Dozen Videos for Teaching Mindfulness to Teens

Here are a variety of short (1-minute to 5-minute) videos that can help you teach mindfulness to adolescents. I’ve included brief descriptions to help you choose, but please preview any videos you plan to share, to make sure they’re appropriate for your context and the needs of your specific students or clients. 1-Minute Breathing Practice …

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Five Mindfulness Activities for Each of the Five Senses

Here are twenty-five different activities you can try with your students or clients to add some fun variety to your mindfulness lessons.  Focusing on the five senses can also be a good alternative to breath-based practices for youth who suffer from anxiety or who’ve been impacted by trauma.   Sense of Sight World of Color “Collect …

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6 Tips for Practicing Self-Care (Even When You Have No Time for Yourself)

Your schedule is so packed you can’t possibly fit in any time for self-care. I get it. I really do. But I’m still going to tell you that you have to fit in some time for self-care. Here’s why: I nearly had a nervous breakdown when I was working a full-time administrative position while developing …

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