SELF CARE

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No buzzword self care here! Find simple practices and real-world strategies for truly caring for yourself–body, mind, and soul.

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Nurturing the upstairs brain

Printable list of ways to build healthy brain connections with tips for use.

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Power up to calm down Printable

This one-page resource will guide you through a breathing exercise to find your powerful calming breath

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What is (really) in my control?

Help your brain and body shift out of patterns of chronic stress

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What to do when life is hard

Simple but profound exercise when you are feeling overwhelmed in life. (3-5 minutes)

Imagine with hope

Worry is our brain's way of trying to stay safe...but it leaves us fearful. Learn how you can imagine with hope instead.

Press Pause

Get a personal example of how pressing pause for a few moments can help with everyday stressors

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Press Pause Printable

This one-page resource will guide you through a simple reflective practice with tips for making it a habit

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Name it to tame it

Reduce the intensity of uncomfortable feelings with these 3 steps.

Back to School Teacher Stress: What's Inside Your Backpack?

A gentle activity for teachers and other adults carrying lots of stress (8 minutes)

Finding our way forward in the aftermath of violence

A compassionate guide to completing the stress cycle and finding healthy next steps.

How do I hug my brain?

1-minute practice to reset during stressful times.

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Beautifully-illustrated series that provides language and tools for dealing with tough times and heavy emotions.

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Beautifully-illustrated series that provides language and tools for dealing with tough times and heavy emotions.

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