Mindfulness. More than a buzzword, the use of this centering technique in classes all over America is growing. Before teachers use meditation practices in their rooms, they are wise to discuss shared experiences with their students. Educators talk about how often we find ourselves distracted during school or anxious while finding friends to sit with at lunch. When you factor in the extra amount of stress that is included with taking high-stakes exams, it is no wonder that helping students gain resources for being more mindful is not only popular, but also important. As the best educators know, of course, it is not only their job just to teach content,…
