Teaching kids the power of small wins: revisiting one of the most popular episodes!
In this episode, Mike discusses studies, stories, and strategies to support children in their journey towards success. Notable strategies include utilizing "coffeehouse chatter" to enhance student focus, employing therapeutic breathing techniques to alleviate anxiety, and embracing story therapy to boost children's self-belief!
Mike mentions a lesser-known yet impactful <a href="https://www.pathwaysrtc.pdx.edu/pdf/fpS0504.pdf"><strong>longitudinal study</strong></a> conducted by researcher Emmy Werner, highlighting three protective factors for children. He emphasizes the role of small wins and references <a href="https://hbr.org/2011/05/the-power-of-small-wins"><strong>an article</strong></a>. Additionally, Mike provides resources for both <a href="https://coffitivity.com/"><strong>coffee talk</strong></a> and <a href="https://www.webmd.com/balance/what-to-know-4-7-8-breathing"><strong>therapeutic breathing</strong></a>.
Concluding the episode, Mike underscores the power of <a href="https://www.thecontemporaryeducator.com/post/mental-health-in-schools-narrative-therapy-for-teachers"><strong>story therapy</strong></a> and offers insights on its classroom implementation. He also introduces his latest book, a timely guide titled <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Schools-Through-Trauma-Data-Driven/product-reviews/0367755629/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_show_all_btm?"><strong>Leading Schools Through Trauma</strong></a>, designed for educators, students, and families.
For updates and more, follow Mike on social media:
- Twitter: GaskellMGaskell
- Instagram: mgaskell0
Mike mentions a lesser-known yet impactful <a href="https://www.pathwaysrtc.pdx.edu/pdf/fpS0504.pdf"><strong>longitudinal study</strong></a> conducted by researcher Emmy Werner, highlighting three protective factors for children. He emphasizes the role of small wins and references <a href="https://hbr.org/2011/05/the-power-of-small-wins"><strong>an article</strong></a>. Additionally, Mike provides resources for both <a href="https://coffitivity.com/"><strong>coffee talk</strong></a> and <a href="https://www.webmd.com/balance/what-to-know-4-7-8-breathing"><strong>therapeutic breathing</strong></a>.
Concluding the episode, Mike underscores the power of <a href="https://www.thecontemporaryeducator.com/post/mental-health-in-schools-narrative-therapy-for-teachers"><strong>story therapy</strong></a> and offers insights on its classroom implementation. He also introduces his latest book, a timely guide titled <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Schools-Through-Trauma-Data-Driven/product-reviews/0367755629/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_show_all_btm?"><strong>Leading Schools Through Trauma</strong></a>, designed for educators, students, and families.
For updates and more, follow Mike on social media:
- Twitter: GaskellMGaskell
- Instagram: mgaskell0
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