by Jim Gillen | Jan 27, 2011 | Class Stories, K-12 Education, Yoga Calm
We were thrilled to get the news last fall that one of our Certified Yoga Calm Instructors, Rochelle Gladu Patten, MEd, had been named Minnesota Middle School Teacher of the Year by the Minnesota Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (MNAHPERD).... 
by Jim Gillen | Nov 30, 2010 | Tips, Video
Learning to lead and follow are important life skills. Learning to balance leading and following are essential in relationships. (Who hasn’t known a person who negatively affects relationships because of their need to always be in charge or someone so passive, they... 
by Jim Gillen | Nov 1, 2010 | Activities, Breath work, Tips
Because breathing patterns have such a profound effect on our general health and mental states, breath awareness is at the heart of almost all yoga practices. Breathing interacts with and affects the cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal and muscular systems.... 
by Jim Gillen | Oct 22, 2010 | Mindfulness
When principals, teachers and parents are asked about their greatest concerns for children, the need for emotional and physical safety tops the list. All parents want their child to be liked and treated well by others. Concerns about safety and overall school... 
by Jim Gillen | Oct 14, 2010 | Mindfulness, Workshops
Picture a typical first grade classroom and two students whispering to each other even as the teacher begins the lesson. Seeing their distraction, the teacher calls out their names and says, “Please, pay attention!” What the teacher is asking the students to do, of...