Learning The Calm - Learning the Calm Informational Articles and Resources , ResearchLearning The Calm - Learning the Calm Informational Articles and Resources , Researchhttps://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/researchFri, 20 Mar 2026 11:15:19 -0700http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[How to Teach Emotional Literacy: The Power of Everyday Moments]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/how-to-teach-emotional-literacy-the-power-of-everyday-momentsEvery classroom teaches two curricula. One is visible: the lessons, standards, and assessments we plan each week. The other is invisible: how emotions are handled, how repair happens after conflict, and how we speak to ourselves and one another when things get hard.]]>

How to Teach Emotional Literacy: The Power of Everyday Moments

When a student feels safe, connected, and seen, their brain releases chemicals that prime them for focus and memory.

]]>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:54:40 -0700<![CDATA[AI Can’t Feel That: Why Emotional Intelligence Will Define the Next Era of Education]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/ai-can-t-feel-that-why-emotional-intelligence-will-define-the-next-era-of-educationRegulate before you educate. Emotional intelligence and human intelligence go beyond trendy terms. They reflect what education systems need to reclaim to truly support students and teachers alike]]>

AI Can’t Feel That: Why Emotional Intelligence Will Define the Next Era of Education

Emotional intelligence and human intelligence go beyond trendy terms. They reflect what education systems need to reclaim to truly support students and teachers alike 

]]>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:27:06 -0700<![CDATA[Exploring positive teacher-student relationships: the synergy of teacher mindfulness and emotional intelligence]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/exploring-positive-teacher-student-relationships-the-synergy-of-teacher-mindfulness-and-emotional-inEncouraging to see more research and proof that mindful teachers support students’ overall well-being and success.]]>

Exploring positive teacher-student relationships: the synergy of teacher mindfulness and emotional intelligence

This study delves into the intricate synergy between teacher mindfulness and the quality of teacher-student relationships, with a specific and 
deliberate focus on the mediating influence of emotional intelligence. The way teachers engage with their students not only impacts the learning outcomes but also contributes significantly to the overall classroom atmosphere.

]]>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:24:51 -0600<![CDATA[Researchers Connect Cardio Health and Cognition]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/researchers-connect-cardio-health-and-cognitionGreat research article highlighting the importance of physical activity and brain health.]]>

Researchers Connect Cardio Health and Cognition — Even as Early as Preschool

Our pre-K kids might not fully appreciate the relationship between the playground and their future math scores, but they will likely welcome any old reason to go out and play.

]]>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:13:28 -0600<![CDATA[The Power of Trauma-Informed Teaching]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/the-power-of-trauma-informed-teachingGreat article about trauma informed practice from Breathe for Change.]]>

The Power of Trauma-Informed Teaching

It’s not always obvious when a student has experienced trauma, but it can show up in subtle ways—such as difficulty concentrating, withdrawal from peers, emotional dysregulation, or ongoing behavioral challenges. 

]]>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:05:00 -0700<![CDATA[A Starter Pack of Resources for New Teachers]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/a-starter-pack-of-resources-for-new-teachersWhat a great resource for new teachers from Edutopia! I had to share.]]>

A Starter Pack of Resources for New Teachers

We’ve pulled together articles and videos in which educators—both veteran and new—share what they wish they knew on day one about classroom design, assessment, working with parents, and more.

]]>Thu, 12 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0600<![CDATA[The Teachers are Not All Right: Improving the Well-being of Teachers]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/the-teachers-are-not-all-right-improving-the-well-being-of-teachersIn addition to participating in this study, I attended an informative and enlightening webinar discussing these results. My takeaway was that although awareness of student and teacher mental health challenges is growing, actions to improve things are still lacking. Programs like Learning the Calm.]]>

The Teachers are Not All Right: Improving the Well-being of Teachers

The results of the third annual Merrimack College Teacher Survey suggest that teachers are not all right. The survey was fielded online January 25th-March 11th, 2024 by the nonprofit, nonpartisan EdWeek Research Center, which conducted the study on behalf of Merrimack College.

]]>Thu, 12 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0600<![CDATA[Stress Hormones In Preschoolers Improve With Emotional Knowledge, Study Indicates]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/stress-hormones-in-preschoolers-improve-with-emotional-knowledge-study-indicatesWhat we do as Early Childhood Educators matters! Current Preschoolers have all experienced trauma--remember COVID-19? They couldn't have loved ones and friends around in those first few years when it's most important. But our positive experiences with them now can help them thrive.]]>

Stress Hormones In Preschoolers Improve With Emotional Knowledge, Study Indicates

The child’s ability to regulate their emotions predicts these attributes across socioeconomic strata, and various racial and ethnic groups, but can be especially valuable for children facing the twin stressors of poverty and racism.

]]>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:17:10 -0600<![CDATA[Co-Regulation: The Science of SEL Facilitation]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/co-regulation-the-science-of-sel-facilitationHow Nervous System Co-Regulation Impacts Teaching and Learning]]>

Co-Regulation: The Science of SEL Facilitation

Co-regulation is prevalent in the classroom in many forms: verbal, physical, visual, emotional, and even electromagnetic. The phenomenon of co-regulation holds the key to why so many students fall short of social-emotional learning outcomes, and to how we can use a new type of science-backed curriculum and pedagogy to turn this around. 

]]>Mon, 08 Jul 2024 16:01:27 -0600<![CDATA[Austin ISD and Aetna Partner to Combat Teacher Burnout with Yoga Program]]>https://www.learningthecalm.com/blog/post/austin-isd-and-aetna-partner-to-combat-teacher-burnout-with-yoga-programRecognizing the critical need to support educators, AISD collaborated with Aetna to secure funding for the program]]>

Austin ISD and Aetna Partner to Combat Teacher Burnout with Yoga Program

Austin ISD has introduced the Breathe for Change program to address the widespread issue of teacher burnout, with nearly 70% of teachers statewide considering leaving the profession. The initiative aims to improve teacher well-being through yoga, mindfulness, and social-emotional learning practices.

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