Friends, If you are feeling overwhelmed and scared after yesterday’s violence, YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Working at a school, this hits very close to home. Parents, staff, children, the community may, no doubt, be shaken by yesterday’s tragedy. I invite you to put your oxygen mask on first by: - noticing the sensations in your body - getting outside and moving your body - hugging your children/ loved ones - journaling, drawing, getting emotions out - connecting with others - breathing through any difficult feelings It’s also helpful to speak to children in honest, but developmentally appropriate ways. Here are some tips. For more detailed info and translated handouts: https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-safety-and-crisis/school-violence-resources/talking-to-children-about-violence-tips-for-parents-and-teachers #schoolcrisis #mentalhealth #nomoreschoolshootings #mindfulness #mindfulparenting #mindfulteachers https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd_KVthLjG6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
