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Growth mindset is when we can change our thoughts from “I can’t do that” to “I can’t do that…yet,” which makes our motivation to succeed come from within ourselves. It is something that is fluid, therefore we must practice it just like we practice gratitude and mindfulness.  Furthermore, having a growth mindset often leads toContinue reading “Growth Mindset”

PRACTICAL THINGS TO DO  If you are looking for things to do while practicing social distancing here are some opportunities of things to try:  Board/card games  Teaching your dog new tricks and spending time with your pets!  Spend time outside: go for a run/walk, build a snowman, go sledding    Nature walk and talk  FaceTime/Skype dates Continue reading “Practical Things to do while Social Distancing”

MINDFULNESS PRACTICE Today we want to share with you a topic that is near and dear to all of our hearts, mindfulness. Mindfulness refers to an ability to focus on thoughts, feelings, or perceptions that arise moment to moment in an emotionally non-reactive way. This allows people to purposely pay attention in the present moment,Continue reading “Mindfulness Practice”

SELF COMPASSION  What is self-compassion?  Self-Compassion is being composed of three main components – self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness. Self-compassion involves acting the same way towards yourself when you are having a difficult time, fail, or notice something you don’t like about yourself as you would towards one of your friends. Instead of just ignoringContinue reading “Self-Compassion”

FREE RESOURCES Today we invite you to browse these FREE resources to check out while you are practicing your social distancing! SHINE has found some fun activities to try from home. Feel free to copy and paste these links into your browser to give them a try!  WEB RESOURCES Mindful Schools Free Online Class forContinue reading “Free Resources”

Gratitude is an emotion that allows us to acknowledge and appreciate what we have while expressing our appreciation. Feeling grateful boosts happiness and fosters both physical and psychological health by creating a climate of positivity that extends both inward and outward.  Gratitude can involve people, places or things that we are grateful for.  Gratitude helpsContinue reading “Gratitude”