Mindfulness Revolution: Helping Teachers Find Balance and Inner Peace (1 week in Athens)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Dates

2025: 20.01.2025 – 25.01.2025 | 24.02.2025 – 01.03.2025 | 12.05.2025 – 17.05.2025 | 06.10.2025 – 11.10.2025

2026: To be announced (Ask for dates)

Intro

Overview:

The demanding world of education often leaves teachers feeling overwhelmed and stressed. The UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development has even introduced goals related to health and well-being in school education, considering a top priority. This one-week course offers educators the opportunity to embark on a transformative journey towards finding inner peace, balance, and well-being through mindfulness practices. Participants will explore mindfulness techniques, stress reduction strategies, and self-care practices tailored to the unique challenges faced by educators.

Target Audience:

This course is tailored for educators and youth workers at all levels, including primary, secondary, and higher education, as well as professionals passionate about enhancing their well-being. Participants will learn practical mindfulness tools while traveling with Erasmus+.

Objectives:

• Find out about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to health and well-being
• Work on incorporating relating SDGs in class
• Cultivate mindfulness as a tool for personal and professional growth
• Manage stress and enhance emotional resilience
• Foster a culture of well-being in educational settings
• Develop practical self-care routines
• Build a supportive community of mindful educators
• Enhance your communication skills
• Improve your intercultural understanding
• Share best practices and strategies with other European participants

Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Mindfulness

• Understanding the foundations of mindfulness
• Introduction to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to health and well-being
• The benefits of mindfulness in education
• Reflecting on personal well-being and stress levels
• Exchange of practices in school curricula across Europe

Module 2: Mindfulness Practices

• Exploring various mindfulness techniques (e.g., meditation, breath awareness)
• Practicing mindfulness exercises to enhance focus and clarity
• Adapting mindfulness practices for busy schedules

Module 3: Stress Management and Resilience

• Identifying sources of stress in the teaching profession
• Strategies for managing stress and enhancing emotional resilience
• Creating a supportive environment for teacher well-being

Module 4: Mindful Teaching and Learning

• Applying mindfulness in the classroom to improve teaching and student engagement
• Mindful communication with students, colleagues, and parents
• Case studies of successful mindfulness integration in education

Module 5: Self-Care and Well-Being

• The importance of self-care for educators
• Developing personalized self-care routines
• Mindful self-compassion and self-awareness

Module 6: Practical Implementation and Community Building

• Creating a plan for integrating mindfulness into daily life and teaching
• Collaborative discussions on well-being initiatives in education

Round -up and reflections – best practices in other European countries.

 

This course provides a unique opportunity for educators to prioritize their own well-being and discover the transformative power of mindfulness in education. Join us in the “Mindfulness Revolution” and embark on a journey towards inner peace, balance, and resilience.

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Destination:

Athens. The city with the most glorious history in the world, a city worshipped by gods and people, a magical city. The enchanting capital of Greece has always been a birthplace for civilization. It is the city where democracy was born and most of the wise men of ancient times. The most important civilization of ancient world flourished in Athens and relives through some of the world’s most formidable edifices.

Who hasn’t heard of the Acropolis of Athens? Photos and history of the most famous archaeological monument in Europe is admired by thousands of people. Acropolis is nominated to be one of the 7 wonders of modern world. In fact the trademark of Athens is one of the favorites. The Holy Rock of Acropolis dates back to the 5th BC, the famous Golden Age of Periklis. Athens met times of bloom and decline, but still shines under the Attic sky gazing the future. Still sparkling like the marbles of Parthenon and the limpid white of Pentelic marble.