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

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Dates

2024: 11.11.2024 – 16.11.2024 | 16.12.2024 – 21.12.2024

2025: 20.01.2025 – 25.01.2025 | 17.03.2025 – 22.03.2025 | 19.05.2025 – 24.05.2025 | 19.06.2025 – 21.06.2025 | 13.10.2025 – 18.10.2025

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:

Thessaloniki – the heart of northern Greece. Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece, considered the co-capital of the country. It’s the place the heart of Northern Greece beats since antiquity. It served as an economical and commercial centre for many years and has rapidly developed, mostly because of its geographical location.

A stroll around the city instantly reveals its rich history. The Old Town, the Castle of Heptapyrgio, the Rotunda, the emblematic White Tower built during the Ottoman rule are just a few of the city’s famous monuments that will please every culture and history enthusiast.

Nowadays it is considered a business hub for the Balkans as it hosts several conferences and major exhibitions including the Thessaloniki International Fair. In 2021 it was acknowledged as the first Greek city to join the UNESCO Network of Gastronomy.

Thessaloniki is the city people love to visit for its culture, cuisine, and hospitality.