As much as this message is steeped in empathy, it is also heavily rooted in self-compassion, which often If we can't love, respect and appreciate our own selves, then how can we offer the same to others? A huge focus on our platform stems in self-compassion, so today we are sharing a few positive activities Self-Compassion Exercises -Write yourself a letter about an experience you had that made you feel uncomfortable Planting the seeds of self-compassion with young children helps them to embrace their own individuality

Bibliotherapy can take many forms, including recommending books for self-help, guidance, or pure enjoyment bibliotherapy materials into a home or classroom setting can create a nurturing environment that promotes self-reflection for your home or classroom is a fantastic way  to introduce gardeners of all ages with the concept of self-healing

Increases self-awareness: By setting positive intentions, gardeners reflect on what we truly want to This process of self-reflection can help us gain a better understanding of ourselves, our values, and This process of personal growth can help us develop a stronger sense of self and become more resilient By focusing on the positive aspects of our lives, we can cultivate a sense of purpose, self-awareness

Engaging in origami also boosts self-assurance and self-confidence by creating something unique from requires precise folds and following instructions carefully, helping us focus and concentrate on the task Confidence : Successfully completing an origami project gives us a sense of accomplishment and boosts our self-esteem

Self-love is the sunshine of our soul. Speak gently to yourself. Believe in your growth. Even the smallest seeds of self-care grow into something beautiful. Stay rooted. Trust the process.

to their emotional gardens with care and attention, our book offers a powerful message of hope and self-empowerment Discover the timeless message of self-empowerment and emotional growth in "You Are a Gardener®", a captivating

This self-awareness is crucial for developing empathy. Reflective journaling: Keeping a journal to reflect on our own emotions and experiences can help develop self-awareness Hey gardeners, did you talk about ways to spread seeds of empathy and cultivate compassion?

When we choose these gardening tools, we nurture self-love, strengthen connection, and cultivate hope of love, respect and compassion that help entire communities grow stronger. 🌱 Gardening Tool #1: Self-Love Begin by planting the seeds of self-love with an “I Am” list. Step outside, walk in nature, soak in the sunlight. Bring the Light, Lead With Love shares 4 powerful gardening tools—self-love, leading with love, genuine

Collaborative learning is a great way to build social and emotional learning (#SEL) into your lesson

explore nature, build balance by traversing over rocky terrain and is also a wonderful way to boost self-confidence (Photos taken at Kent Falls in Kent, CT) Hiking is a great opportunity to really talk and listen to your

We talk a lot about the importance of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) on our platform and how beneficial Positive and powerful SEL programs are needed now more than ever! Empathy, inclusion, self-compassion, self-confidence and kindness need to take root, not stress, not <CLICK HERE> Schedule a #PullYourWeeds® SEL Workshop with Author/Creator Shanna Truffini for your class

are some ways in which open communication can help build emotional resilience in children: Encourages self-expression Encouraging children to talk about their feelings and experiences can help them identify their emotions When children feel that they can talk to someone about their problems, they are less likely to feel isolated