Students explore the anatomical mechanics of breathing, contrasting chest and diaphragmatic patterns. They learn how to use breath to influence the parasympathetic nervous system for immediate stress reduction.
A comprehensive workshop for K-1st grade parents to design stress-free morning routines that foster independence and positive school starts.
A comprehensive staff training session focused on implementing relationship mapping in a middle school setting to ensure every student is known and supported.
A 3-hour foundational session covering personal strengths, professional behavior, and basic application skills. Includes hands-on activities tailored for individual instruction and accessible learning.
A 3-hour intensive session for adults with depression, focusing on task initiation, value-based motivation, and professional boundaries through scenario-based learning.
A workshop designed to help parents and community members understand the biological basis of teen addiction, moving from fear-based parenting to empathy-driven prevention using neuroscience.
A staff development session for educators to reduce burnout by applying the 'Positive Action' framework. Teachers will explore the psychology of happiness as a skill and design 'reps' for their own 'psychological gym' to improve classroom management and colleague relationships.
Students explore the science of happiness through Katarina Blom's TEDx talk, learning that while thoughts are automatic (negativity bias), actions are chosen. The lesson culminates in a gratitude challenge and a mental health 'workout' via a T-chart action plan.
Students will explore the psychological concept of self-objectification and the cognitive load it places on the brain, particularly in 11th-12th grade and undergraduate contexts. Through Lindsay Kite's TED talk and interactive scenario mapping, students will learn to identify the three paths of body image resilience: Sinking, Hiding/Fixing, and Rising.
A 45-minute workshop for parents focusing on student anxiety regarding life after high school. Parents explore the 'Ocean of Possibility' metaphor, reflect on their own experiences, and practice supportive communication strategies.
A parent workshop designed to help families navigate post-secondary planning conversations with empathy and curiosity rather than anxiety. Parents will analyze a student's perspective on future-planning stress and practice reframing 'the big question' into smaller, more meaningful inquiries about interests and values.
A professional development session designed to help educators and parents identify decision fatigue and implement practical delegation and automation strategies to preserve their mental energy.
A professional development session for educators focused on using mindfulness to combat burnout and improve classroom emotional climate, centered around Andy Puddicombe's TED Talk.
A psychology lesson exploring the difference between thought suppression (Ironic Process Theory) and metacognitive observation (mindfulness) using Andy Puddicombe's TED Talk as a framework.
A Parent Night workshop focused on understanding the emotional impact of digital harassment through the short film 'Are You Okay?'. Parents will explore the 'digital divide', analyze ineffective adult responses, and learn empathetic scripts to support their children.
A workshop designed for parents and community members to learn the "Red Flags" of teenage depression and understand the criteria for professional intervention.
A parent workshop designed to equip caregivers with biological insights and communication strategies to help their teens navigate stress without resorting to substance use.
A 60-minute interactive workshop for parents and community members focused on recognizing youth mental health distress, practicing empathetic listening, and accessing professional resources.