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1 Belly Breathing Property of 1000 Petals, LLC

2 Healing Hearts, Minds and Bodies Through Mind-Body Connection Jeanine Long LCPC, Yoga Calm Certified Youth Instructor

3 Agenda Experience Breathing Techniques Introduce Mindfulness Practice Regulating Movement Discuss Neuroscience Implications Honor Self Care Property of 1000 Petals, LLC

4 Health and Wellness Needs Nutritious Food Exercise/Movement Family and Social Relationships Connection to Nature Rest/Sleep

5 Current Education Focus Academics Physical Social Skills & Emotional Support

6 Need for Balanced Education Physical Social Skills & Emotional Support Academics

7 Connection Through Breath

8 Principles of Healthy Breathing Awareness of breath Breathe through the nose Relax the belly Slow the breath Pause between inhale and exhale Deep even breathing creates relaxed alertness, ideal for learning

9 Mindfulness is paying attention in a particular way; on purpose in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally -Jon Kabat-Zinn: University of Massachusetts Medical Center

10 Neuroplasticity feature=youtu.be Used with permission from Sentis

11 Brain-Based Research Higher level skills build upon lower level development Cognitive functioning is impaired when stressed Movement stimulates brain growth and neural connectivity Sleep and rest are critical to memory consolidation and emotional processing Positive social interactions are essential to healthy brain development

12 Brain-Based Research

13 The Downstairs Brain The lower parts of the brain or primitive brain which is made up of the brain stem, the amygdala and the limbic system Regulates basic functions like breathing, blinking, fight or flight and strong emotions (fear and anger) Controls innate reactions and impulses and the autonomic nervous system/sets off fire alarm The first floor of the house in the brain and is most developed in infants and young children

14 Interventions for Downstairs Brain Behavior Activate the parasympathetic nervous system Diaphragmatic breathing Yoga-based movement Guided imagery

15 The Upstairs Brain More evolved; made up of the frontal lobe, mid prefrontal cortex and other parts of the brain Continues to develop throughout childhood Not fully developed until age 23 in girls and age 25 in boys

16 What is Yoga? Yoga is over 4,000 years old and pre-dates religion Means to yoke mind, body, heart Creates optimal functioning by folding the spine in six directions Used by millions worldwide and now in education and health care settings showing positive impact on self-regulation and emotional stability

17 Yoga is Emotional Strength Physical Strength Mental Strength

18 Integrated Approach to Physical, Mental and Emotional Health Child s Emotional Needs Child s Mental Needs Yoga Calm Child s Physical Needs

19 Yoga Calm Tools Breath Work Relaxes, rejuvenates and reduces stress, creating a relaxed alert state for learning Yoga-Based Movement Releases tension, develops strength and flexibility, facilitates neurons to fire faster Social/Emotional Activities Develops skills in identifying and processing feelings, encourages teamwork and communication Guided Relaxations Calms the nervous system, improves sleep, provides emotional integration Emotional Guidance Develops skills for educators/therapists to help children navigate, respond and integrate emotional experiences

20 Yoga Calm Method CALM ACTIVE CALM

21 Research Support for School Yoga Ability to Relax (Agnus, 1989) Decreased resting heart rate (Narendran, Raghuraj, Nagarathna, 1997) Concentration skills (Hopkins, 1979) Increased attention span (Zipkin, 1985) Increased self-esteem (Slovacek, Tucker, Pantoja, 2003) Increased body and self-image satisfaction (Clance, Mitchell, Engleman, 1980) Academics (Benson, Wilcher, Greenberg, Huggins, Ennis, Zuttermeister, 2000; Zipkin, 1985) Mental and emotional health (Slovacek, Tucker, Pantoja, 2003) Improvement in Static Motor Performance (Telles, S., Hanumanthaiah, B., Nagarathna, R. and Nagendra, H. R., 1993) Improvement in hyperactivity and impulsiveness (Jensen & Kenny, 2004)

22 Yoga Calm Research Results * Increased time on task and self-regulation Decreased behavioral referrals Improved feelings of community Improved auditory comprehension Smoother transitions Improved reflection in writing Decreased classroom volume by 19 decibels Greater awareness in how to self-regulate * MPLS Public Schools, Action-based research, 2007

23 Enhances School Curricula Social/Emotional Learning PBIS: Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports Tier 1: High-Quality Classroom Instruction, Screening and Group Interventions Tier 2: Targeted Interventions Tier 3: Intensive Interventions and Comprehensive Evaluation Responsive Classroom RTI: Response To Intervention Second Step Program Empathy Impulse Control Anger/Emotion Management

24 Social, Emotional and Character Development CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT STRAND Core Principles Responsible Decision Making and Problem Solving PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT STRAND Self-Awareness Understanding and expressing personal thoughts and emotions in constructive ways. Self-Management Understanding and practicing strategies for managing thoughts and behaviors, reflecting on perspectives, and setting and monitoring goals. SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT STRAND Social Awareness Interpersonal Skills Property of 1000 Petals, LLC

25 Yoga Calm & PBIS Calm Voice/Strong Voice Deep Proprioceptive / Grounding Postures Tense and Release Exercises Relaxation

26 Breathing Techniques Used daily Student led Ground through feet Breathe 5-12 breaths Inhale and exhale for 3 counts Hoberman Sphere Volcano Breath

27 Folding Forward Activates relaxation response Alters hormone levels Sends fresh blood to brain Reduces visual stimulation Folds cervical & lumbar spine Sitting or standing Repeat 2-3 times; hold for 3-5 breaths

28 Balancing Increases focus Bi-lateral brain integration Grounds and centers Creates sense of safety Roots to Mountain Tree Eagle Hold each pose 3-5 breaths Repeat on both sides

29 We must allow children to experience the inner and outer world. Allow them to experience rest and beauty and begin to believe in the world as a peaceful and loving place. - Lynea Gillen

30 Upcoming Workshops: An Integrated Approach to Wellness 1 3 Wellness 1: Introduction to Yoga Calm Wellness 2: Physical Connections to Learning Wellness 3: Social/Emotional Connections to Learning Summer Intensive (Wellness 1-3) Tula Yoga & Wellness Still Moving Yoga 99 North Snelling Avenue SW 25 th Ave St. Paul, MN Portland, OR 97219

31 Thank You! Visit 1000-Petals.com Course and Certification Information Wellness Products School Success Workshops Adult Yoga Classes Kids Yoga Classes Visit yogacalm.org Jeanine Long Property of 1000 Petals, LLC