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Three daily routines to build connection, courage, and character
Which suits you?
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Who are you?
Pause to Connect is a morning routine that builds connection with self and others
"How can I respect others when I don't respect myself?"
Pause to Connect builds a connection to self and the classroom community. Building a daily habit to be centered in one's personal and social values.
Benefits:
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connection to self; feelings and values
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significance
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self-awareness
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belonging
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agency with art, movements and breathing
"To add value to others, one must value himself" John C. Maxwell
What are you going to do?
Pause to Prepare is a morning routine that builds courage and problem-solving skills
"Courage is contagious" - Billy Graham
Pause to Prepare builds the courage to confront your challenges and practise three problem-solving skills.
Benefits:
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engaging
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physical
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relevant
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proactive
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challenging
"Courage is telling our story. Not being immune to criticism" Brene Brown
What are you learning?
Pause to Reflect is a routine to self-regulate and learn from your moments
"We do not learn from experience. We learn from reflecting on experience." - John Dewey
Pause to Reflect guides individuals to look calmly at their moments, learn from their challenges, and acknowledge those who supported them. Building a daily habit to acknowledge, reflect and commit to solutions for tomorrow.
Benefits:
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self-regulation with agency to reflect throughout the day
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solutions not blame
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ownership not neglect
"What is the value of experience if we do not reflect?" Frederick the Great
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About Us
About Us
Ben and Kirra are Elementary Teachers and proud parents of three children.
PAUSE is a product of Ben and Kirra's inquiry into making a purposeful difference in their day-to-day moments as teachers and parents. It is influenced by Kirra's experience teaching life-skills programs and Ben's experience in Muay Thai.
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