76. Why Aren't We Teaching Mindfulness in the Classroom? w/ Annamarie Fernyak

In today's rapidly changing educational landscape, where classroom challenges like lockdown drills, information overload, and teacher burnout are increasingly common, one question arises: Why isn't mindfulness a mandatory part of our educational curriculum?

Our guest, Annamarie Fernyak, founder of MindBodyAlign, shares her journey of introducing mindfulness practices in schools and what she learned along the way. It’s not just about teaching kids to breathe; it’s about helping them—through their teachers—handle the emotional rollercoaster of school life and beyond. Annamarie's insights reveal that when we equip educators to be more mindful, they can create a supportive environment where kids feel less stressed and more in control of their emotions. 

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Takeaways:

• Mindfulness is crucial for students, helping them manage stress and emotions effectively in an increasingly challenging educational environment.
• The introduction of mindfulness in schools can significantly empower both students and teachers, creating a more resilient and focused atmosphere.
• Teachers often feel overwhelmed by their responsibilities, leading to burnout, which negatively impacts their students' learning experiences.
• Annamarie's journey into teaching mindfulness in schools highlights the urgent need for emotional support systems in education today.
• Children naturally possess mindfulness skills, but puberty complicates their emotional regulation, making mindfulness education even more essential.
• Mindfulness practices not only help students cope with anxiety but also foster kindness and gratitude, improving overall classroom dynamics.

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