Early fall presents a great opportunity to sow the seeds of You Are a Gardener® at your school, setting Cultivate values of kindness, empathy, inclusivity, confidence, and resilience among your students, staff tools, exercises, visual aids, morning meetings, games, and more to support your weekly/monthly SEL needs If you work with her and this program, you will have everything you need. Secure your spot on our 2024/2025 school year schedule and cultivate kindness, inclusivity, and resilience

Hold your breath for a few seconds, and then exhale slowly as you imagine that you are releasing any weeds exercises can be practiced on a daily basis, and can be customized to suit individual preferences and needs By practicing mindful breathing, we give ourselves space to pause, reset, and root ourselves in calm. Keep planting those seeds of mindfulness, and remember… Every breath is a step toward a more peaceful initiative, we encourage children and adults alike to identify emotional obstacles and transform them into seeds

Gardener Foxie's Rooted in Calm Smoothie  was created with gardeners of all ages in mind. unsweetened almond milk or oat milk • 1 tablespoon almond butter • 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds boost ✓ Almond butter provides healthy fats that help keep blood sugar balanced ✓ Flaxseed or chia seeds Choosing to create something supportive instead of rushing past your needs helps regulate the nervous A calming smoothie recipe that gently supports nervous system regulation through mindful creation and

By planting seeds of positive self-talk we can help cultivate a healthy, confident, resilient, mindset Engage in mindfulness activities: Mindfulness can help us to be more present in the moment and reduce Seek support when needed: There may be times when we need additional support from a mental health professional Blog encourages gardeners of all ages to recognize their emotional challenges and transform them into seeds

This workshop helps gardeners: Understand emotions as part of growth, using weeds, seeds, gardening tools The language is gentle, engaging, and adaptable for different ages and needs. what they are feeling Communicate their feelings using shared, garden-based language Understand that weeds are a natural part of growth Choose gardening tools that support them in real moments Plant seeds that , plant new seeds, and grow forward with intention. 🌟 Collect Your Gardening Tool Badges- Throughout

Empathy, inclusion, self-compassion, self-confidence and kindness need to take root, not stress, not Getting out there and planting the seeds to help children feel confident and calm is at the very root a teacher, a parent, a counselor or guardian, here is what you can do TODAY to start planting these seeds power of the words, flowers, weeds and seeds! , plant your seeds and enjoy the flowers along the way!

Growing Strong: You Are a Gardener Turns 6 It all started six years ago when our family planted a tiny seed It was created as a tool for our family to find healthy ways to manage stress, while staying rooted in They are the true definition of gardeners; open, honest, kind, communicative, confident, resilient, inclusive

crafting alone, with children, or alongside friends or family, hands-on creativity nurtures both the mind by step ✓ strengthen focus and attention ✓ express creativity in colorful ways ✓ relax and calm the mind and planting seeds in the garden, crafting reminds us that beautiful results often grow from small, gift from the heart  for teachers, friends, grandparents, or anyone who appreciates creativity and kindness Keep growing gardeners, keep creating, and keep planting seeds of positivity wherever you go!

Today, we’re planting seeds of flavor with a fun, colorful, and absolutely delicious recipe that gardeners cheese, crumbled Thinly sliced radishes Shredded red cabbage Chunks of avocado Salsa verde Pomegranate seeds chicken, crumbled cheese, radishes, shredded cabbage, avocado, salsa verde, and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds The combination of crunchy cabbage, creamy avocado, tart pomegranate seeds, and bold flavors makes every 🌮✨ We’d love to see your creations!

workshops and professional development (PD) for teachers is a wonderful way to plant some healthy SEL seeds communication open 2 Encourages self-regulation skills 3 Explores new coping strategies 4 Cultivates empathy & kindness

The best thing you can do for your kids is help them learn coping skills, empathy, mindfulness, grit, confidence and kindness ---- her book/ SEL program are one of the most effective tools out there!" I love the idea of growing our seeds and pulling our weeds. and grow your seeds to show the state what you know. If you would like to learn more about spreading some seeds at your school or organization email us at

In every garden, there are moments when we need to pull a weed, plant a new seed, or simply pause and Encourages mindfulness:  Gentle soundscapes and calming rhythms can bring us into the present moment, Whether you're getting ready for the day, going for a walk, or winding down after school or work—there to find  you when you need them most? Here are some ideas to plant the seed: 🌸 Petals Perk Up Playlist- For joyful energy  – Songs that bring