Sprinkles of SEL with U2L

 Have you been struggling with your New Years resolutions? Join us as we talk about the power of habit formation on our brain, behavior and lives, and how to set up habits for ourselves to practice sustainably. SHOW NOTES/CITATIONSBennis, T. (2019). Habit Stacking. January 29, 2024, https://www.amazon.com/Habit-Stacking-Successful-Drastically-Accelerated-ebook/dp/B07RXR92G6 Clear, J. (2018, November 13). The 5 triggers that make new habits stick. James Clear. https://jamesclear.com/habit-triggers  Clear, J. (2018). Atomic habits. Penguin Publishing Group. Habits. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://thedecisionlab.com/reference-guide/neuroscience/habits Lally, P., van Jaarsveld, C. H. M., Potts, H. W. W., & Wardle, J. (2010). How are habits formed: Modelling habit formation in the real world. European Journal of Social Psychology, 40(6), 998–1009. https://doi.org/10.1002/ejsp.67McLachlan, S. (2021). The Science of Habit: How to Rewire Your Brain. Retrieved from https://www.healthline.com/health/the-science-of-habit#1 

Have you been able to unlock the power of gratitude? Is gratitude useful during difficult times, or is it simply a luxury?  Tune into this episode to learn more about the power of gratitude, how to cultivate gratitude, how it can change our brains, and why we should build this into our daily practices.CITATIONSBono, G., Reil, K., & Hescox, J. (2020). Stress and wellbeing in college students during the COVID-19 pandemic: Can grit and gratitude help? International Journal of Wellbeing, 10 (3), 39-57. doi:10.5502/ijw.v10i3.1331   Brown, J. B. J., & Wong, J. W. J. (2017, June 6). How gratitude changes you and your brain. Greater Good. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_gratitude_changes_you_and_your_brain  Eva, A. L. (2018, April 23). Three ways to cultivate gratitude at school. Greater Good. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/three_ways_to_cultivate_gratitude_at_school   Harvard Medical School. (2021, August 14). Giving thanks can make you happier. Harvard Health. https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier  Odelya, K. G. (2020, January 31). The Neuroscience of Gratitude and Trauma | Psychology Today. The Neuroscience of Gratitude and Trauma. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/expressive-trauma-integration/202001/the-neuroscience-gratitude-and-trauma  Smith, J. A. (2014, November 26). Can giving thanks help us heal from trauma?. Greater Good. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/can_giving_thanks_help_heal_from_trauma  Stress & Development Lab. (n.d.). Cognitive reappraisal. https://sdlab.fas.harvard.edu/cognitive-reappraisal Vieselmeyer, J., Holguin, J., & Mezulis, A. (2017). The role of resilience and gratitude in posttraumatic stress and growth following a campus shooting. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy, 9(1), 62–69. https://doi.org/10.1037/tra0000149  Y. Joel Wong, Jesse Owen, Nicole T. Gabana, Joshua W. Brown, Sydney McInnis, Paul Toth & Lynn Gilman (2018) Does gratitude writing improve the mental health of psychotherapy clients? Evidence from a randomized controlled trial, Psychotherapy Research, 28:2, 192-202, DOI: 10.1080/10503307.2016.1169332 

Tune in to hear about how creativity and curiosity can benefit all of us!CITATIONSBeaty R. E. (2020). The Creative Brain. Cerebrum : the Dana forum on brain science, 2020, cer-02-20. Henriksen, D., Richardson, C., & Shack, K. (2020). Mindfulness and creativity: Implications for thinking and learning. Thinking skills and creativity, 37, 100689. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsc.2020.100689 Kelley, T., & Kelley, D. (2014, August 1). Reclaim your creative confidence. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2012/12/reclaim-your-creative-confidence  MindShift. (2015, April 22). Sir Ken Robinson: Creativity is in everything, especially teaching. KQED. https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/40217/sir-ken-robinson-creativity-is-in-everything-especially-teachingSaad, L. (2023, July 3). Teachers who promote creativity see educational results. Gallup.com. https://news.gallup.com/opinion/gallup/245600/teachers-promote-creativity-educational-results.aspx 

What is mindfulness? Join us in this episode as we determine what mindfulness is, what the research determines is its impact on our health and well-being, and its place in our schools. RESOURCESMaking time for mindfulness. Harvard Graduate School of Education. (2019.). https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ideas/usable-knowledge/19/01/making-time-mindfulness  Suttie, J. (2023). The Surprising Ways Your Mind Influences Your Health. Retrieved from https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/the_surprising_ways_your_mind_influences_your_health Jennings, P. (2015). Seven ways mindfulness can help teachers. Greater Good. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/seven_ways_mindfulness_can_help_teachers  

What are morning meetings and why are they important?  During this episode, we will discuss how to host morning meetings, explore the benefits of them, and define ways to overcome any implementation roadblocks.ResourcesAllen-Hughes, L. (2013). The social benefits of the morning meeting: creating a space for social and character education in the classroom. (Master’s Thesis). Dominican University of California, San Rafael, California.Aperture Education. (2021, June 28). 4 reasons to start the school day with morning meetings. Social and Emotional Learning - Aperture Education. https://apertureed.com/4-reasons-start-school-day-morning-meetings/  CASEL. (2019). SEL 3 Signature Practices Playbook - Casel Schoolguide. https://schoolguide.casel.org/uploads/2018/12/CASEL_SEL-3-Signature-Practices-Playbook-V3.pdf  Gardner, C. (2012). Morning meeting and science--A winning combination. Science and Children, 50(1), 60-64Responsive Classroom. (2023, June 21). What is morning meeting?. Responsive Classroom. https://www.responsiveclassroom.org/what-is-morning-meeting/  

Check out this episode to learn more about emotional intelligence and what research says about the impact it can have on educators, students, and society.SHOW NOTES & CITATIONSGould, A. (n.d.). EQ vs EI VS IQ. EQ Training. https://www.gouldtraining.co.uk/eq-ei-iq#:~:text=Differences%20Between%20The%20Two%20Concepts&text=In%20some%20cases%20EI%20refers,and%20identify%20your%20emotional%20competence.  Lahey, J. (2016). To help students learn, engage the emotions. The New York Times. Retrieved from https://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2016/05/04/to-help-students-learn-engage-the-emotions/?_r=0 (Links to an external site.)MacMillan, C. (2020, November 6). Why “social and emotional learning” is so important for kids right now. Yale Medicine. https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/social-emotional-child-development#:~:text=Put%20simply%2C%20EI%20is%20the,and%20learn%20problem%2Dsolving%20skills. Schonert-Reichl, K. A., Kitil, M. J., & Hanson-Peterson, J. (2017). To reach the students, teach the teachers: A national scan of teacher preparation and social and emotional learning. A report prepared for the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL). Vancouver, B.C.: University of British Columbia.    

Hello SELies! Welcome back for Season 2! Tune into episode 1 to learn more about the 3 S's of SEL: the State of SEL, the Science of SEL, and the Success of SEL.ReferencesGomez, J. (2023, June 26). Do not ban social-emotional learning in schools - embrace these skills. Dallas News. https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/commentary/2023/06/26/do-not-ban-social-emotional-learning-in-schools-embrace-these-skills/ Lahey, J. (2016). To help students learn, engage the emotions. The New York Times. Retrieved from https://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2016/05/04/to-help-students-learn-engage-the-emotions/?_r=0Papa, L. (2020). A year of mindfulness for beginners: Daily mantras, meditations, and prompts. Rockridge Press.Schonert-Reichl, K. A. (2017). Social and emotional learning and teachers. The Future of Children, 27(1), 137–155. https://doi.org/10.1353/foc.2017.0007Taylor, R. D., Oberle, E., Durlak, J. A., & Weissberg, R. P. (2017). Promoting positive youth development through school-based social and emotional learning interventions: A meta-analysis of follow-up effects. Child Development, 88(4), 1156–1171. https://doi.org/10.1111/cdev.12864a

Join us for Part 2 on boundaries where we discuss taking action and the "how to" of setting boundaries.  We also introduce our newest segment, Stories from SELies, where we read and respond to your REAL stories on situations when boundaries could have been helpful.We would love to hear your feedback or any topics you would like us to cover!  Email us at SEL@unitedtolearn.orgAdditional Resources on Boundarieshttps://childmind.org/article/teaching-kids-boundaries-empathy/https://scoop.upworthy.com/woman-collects-boundary-phrases-and-is-teaching-everyone-how-to-use-them-effectivelyhttps://www.questreno.com/bulletins-1/boundary-phrases-to-teach-your-childrenhttps://resilienteducator.com/classroom-resources/set-boundaries/https://www.thehealthy.com/mental-health/healthy-boundaries/ReferencesBrockway, L. H. (2021, December 16). 59 phrases to help you set boundaries. PR Daily. https://www.prdaily.com/59-phrases-to-help-you-set-boundaries/  Snow, S. (2022, May 14). How to set boundaries at work when it’s hard (especially when remote).  Forbes.  https://www.forbes.com/sites/shanesnow/2020/04/13/how-to-set-boundaries-at-work-when-its-hard-especially-when-remote/?sh=722899001870   Tawwab, N. G. (2021). Set boundaries, find peace: A guide to reclaiming yourself. A TarcherPerigee book.  https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/toxic-stress/  

Tune in to explore boundaries and why they're important.Check out some example boundary phrases below!“I’m the adult, I will take care of your classmate, thank you.”I don’t mind sharing…please ask me before helping yourself.“I know you only meant it is just a joke, but what you said is really not okay.”Oh! I’m not a hugger–but a high five works!I don’t have capacity to make that decision right now, I’ll get back to you after I’ve had a moment to process.I’ve received your text message and will reply when I have a moment to thoughtfully respond.It is not okay to touch my hair, please keep your hands off of my body.I love that you’re trusting me to share that, but I’m not the right person for you to share that with.We’ve talked about this before at length, what’s going on?I understand that you’re frustrated but it is not okay to speak to me like this.  I’m going to step away and we can discuss this at a later time.I know you’re offering me a compliment, but I don’t care to discuss my physical appearance with others.I’m not in the best headspace to discuss this right now, let’s talk about something else.ReferencesTawwab, N. G. (2021). Set boundaries, find peace: A guide to reclaiming yourself. A TarcherPerigee book. https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/toxic-stress/  

This episode answers the following questions:1. What is burnout and how does it occur?2. What is self-care and how can we practice it in a way that helps us manage burnout?We would love to hear your feedback or any topics you would like us to cover!  Email us at SEL@unitedtolearn.orgReferencesBrain architecture. Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University. (2019, August 20). https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/brain-architecture/ Nagoski, E., & Nagoski, A. (2020). Burnout: The secret to unlocking the stress cycle. Ballantine Books. Toxic stress. Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University. (2020, August 17). https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/toxic-stress/  

Tune in to learn more about stress, the stress cycle, and two tools to combat stress.

This episode is a continuation of Episode 4.  We expand upon how to effective manage our internal and external loci of control by using a tool: Circles of Control.Want your students to learn about their loci of control? Follow along at the link here: https://theresponsivecounselor.com/2016/11/problems-inside-vs-outside-of-your.html References:Drago, A., Rheinheimer, D. C., & Detweiler, T. N. (2018). Effects of Locus of Control, Academic Self-Efficacy, and Tutoring on Academic Performance. Journal of College Student Retention: Research, Theory & Practice, 19(4), 433–451. https://doi.org/10.1177/1521025116645602 

This episode is part 1 of 2 on our loci of control.  In this episode we define locus of control and explore the differences between your internal and external locus of control.Want your students to learn about their loci of control? Follow along at the link here: https://theresponsivecounselor.com/2016/11/problems-inside-vs-outside-of-your.html References:Drago, A., Rheinheimer, D. C., & Detweiler, T. N. (2018). Effects of Locus of Control, Academic Self-Efficacy, and Tutoring on Academic Performance. Journal of College Student Retention: Research, Theory & Practice, 19(4), 433–451. https://doi.org/10.1177/1521025116645602 

Spring testing season is upon us!  Tune in to learn more about anxiety, testing anxiety in children, and some tips to help the children in your life work through it.ResourcesCook, J., & DuFalla, A. (2021). The anti-test anxiety society. National Center for Youth Issues. Cook, J., & Valentine, A. (2021). Bubble gum brain: Ready, get mindset...grow!! National Center for Youth Issues. Davis, K. C. (2022). How to keep house while drowning: A gentle approach to cleaning and organizing. Simon Element. England, B. J., Brigati, J. R., Schussler, E. E., & Chen, M. M. (2019). Student anxiety and perception of difficulty impact performance and persistence in introductory biology courses. CBE—Life Sciences Education, 18(2). https://doi.org/10.1187/cbe.17-12-0284Papa, L. (2020). A year of mindfulness for beginners: Daily mantras, meditations, and prompts. Rockridge Press. Pekrun, R., Frenzel, A. C., Goetz, T., & Perry, R. P. (2007). The control-value theory of Achievement Emotions. Emotion in Education, 13–36. https://doi.org/10.1016/b978-012372545-5/50003-4Segool, N. K., Carlson, J. S., Goforth, A. N., von der Embse, N., & Barterian, J. A. (2013). Heightened test anxiety among young children: Elementary school students’ anxious responses to high-stakes testing. Psychology in the Schools, 50(5), 489–499. https://doi.org/10.1002/pits.21689

Tune in to learn more about how to reset your vagus nerve to help manage your level of irritation, frustration, and stressful moments that may happen.  You will learn about two tangible ways to reset your vagus nerve, the rest and digest part of your nervous system.Additional Resources:Visuals: Visual ImagesArticle: National Institute of Fitness and Sport Vagus Nerve ArticleVideos:  1. How To Do A Vagus Nerve Massage 2. Mindfulness Exercise: Vagus Nerve ResetReferences:LePera, N. (2021, July 3). How to do a vagus nerve massage. YouTube. Retrieved April 11, 2023, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uZ1rnKF5DU&t=1sYouTube. (2022). Mindfulness Exercise: Vagus Nerve Reset. YouTube. Retrieved February 4, 2023, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TONw4nCjb84.Zakrajsek, L. (n.d.). What happens in vagus: Jump-start recovery by increasing vagal tone. What Happens in Vagus: Jump-start Recovery by Increasing Vagal Tone. Retrieved April 11, 2023, from https://www.nifs.org/blog/what-happens-in-vagus-jump-start-recovery-by-increasing-vagal-tone#:~:text=A%20high%20vagal%20tone%20is,to%20relax%20faster%20after%20stress. 

Join us to learn about the what SEL is and how that applies to you and your life.  We also discuss the power, intended or not, of the affective filter. 

Is conflict inherently bad? Tune into the Season 2 Finale of Sprinkles of SEL to find out, and learn more about the power of relationships and navigating workplace conflict. Now streaming on all platforms.SHOW NOTES/CITATIONSBrown, B. (2019, May 1). Let’s Rumble. Brené Brown. https://brenebrown.com/articles/2019/05/01/lets-rumble/  Chan, K.W., Huang, X. & Ng, P.M. Managers’ conflict management styles and employee attitudinal outcomes: The mediating role of trust. Asia Pacific J Manage 25, 277–295 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10490-007-9037-4 Laker, B., & Pereira, V. (2022, May 31). 4 triggers cause the majority of team conflicts. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2022/05/conflict-is-not-always-bad-but-you-should-know-how-to-manage-it  Pillay, S. (2018, October 4). Brain science to improve your relationships. Harvard Health. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/brain-science-to-improve-your-relationships-2018100414922  Shigeoka & Marsh (2020, July 22). Eight Keys to Bridging Our Differences. Greater Good. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/eight_keys_to_bridging_our_differences  Weitzman, S., & Feirsen, R. (2023, September 21). 4 steps to managing conflict in schools. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/article/conflict-management-schools/  

School can be stressful enough without us having to worry about our personal and professional relationships on top of it! Join us this episode as we talk about the effects of isolation, and the power of fostering healthy relationships in our lives.SHOW NOTES & CITATIONSAlcaraz, K. I., Eddens, K. S., Blase, J. L., Diver, W. R., Patel, A. V., Teras, L. R., Stevens, V. L., Jacobs, E. J., & Gapstur, S. M. (2018). Social isolation and mortality in US black and white men and women. American Journal of Epidemiology, 188(1), 102–109. https://doi.org/10.1093/aje/kwy231 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023, March 30). How does social connectedness affect health?. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/emotional-wellbeing/social-connectedness/affect-health.htm Cigna. (2018, May). 2018 Cigna U.S. Loneliness Index. The Cigna Group. https://legacy.cigna.com/assets/docs/newsroom/loneliness-survey-2018-full-report.pdf Holt-Lunstad, J., Smith, T. B., Baker, M., Harris, T., & Stephenson, D. (2015). Loneliness and social isolation as risk factors for mortality. Perspectives on Psychological Science, 10(2), 227–237. https://doi.org/10.1177/1745691614568352 Mineo, L. (2024, January 11). Good genes are nice, but joy is better. Harvard Gazette. https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2017/04/over-nearly-80-years-harvard-study-has-been-showing-how-to-live-a-healthy-and-happy-life/ Murray, C. E., Ross, R., & Cannon, J. (2020). The happy, healthy, safe relationships continuum: Conceptualizing a spectrum of relationship quality to guide community-based Healthy Relationship Promotion Programming. The Family Journal, 29(1), 50–59. https://doi.org/10.1177/1066480720960416 Murthy, V. (2022, November 8). Work and the loneliness epidemic. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2017/09/work-and-the-loneliness-epidemic Novotney, A. (2019, May). The risks of social isolation. Monitor on Psychology. https://www.apa.org/monitor/2019/05/ce-corner-isolation Seppälä, E., & McNichols, N. K. (2022, June 21). The power of healthy relationships at work. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2022/06/the-power-of-healthy-relationships-at-work  

Not sure what to say sometimes? Let's talk about it! Join us this episode as we discuss communication, what does good effective communication look like, and the value of being compassionate communicators in our schools.SHOW NOTES & CITATIONSBecker, M. (2023, February 14). How to communicate with Love (even when you’re mad). Greater Good Science Center. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_to_communicate_with_love_even_when_youre_mad  Buscaglia, L. (2024, January 16). Kindness and compassion for students. Greater Good In Education. https://ggie.berkeley.edu/student-well-being/kindness-and-compassion-for-students/ Goman, C. K. (2013, March 16). This is your brain on body language. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolkinseygoman/2013/02/26/this-is-your-brain-on-body-language/?sh=6731f3356632  Emerson, M. S. (2021, August 30). 8 Ways You Can Improve Your Communication Skills. February 19, 2024, https://professional.dce.harvard.edu/blog/8-ways-you-can-improve-your-communication-skills/ Smith, J. (2023, September 12). 10 nonverbal cues that convey confidence at work. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/jacquelynsmith/2013/03/11/10-nonverbal-cues-that-convey-confidence-at-work/?sh=1c9f885b5e13  Vasquez, V. (2023, November 16). Lowering the affective filter for English language learners facilitates successful language acquisition. Collaborative Classroom. https://www.collaborativeclassroom.org/blog/lowering-affective-filter-facilitates-language-acq/