Sarah Sampson was the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Facilitator for Keller ISD in Texas, where she led the implementation of SEL and mindfulness-based activities for over 34,000 students district-wide. Among her many new projects is work with Present Moment Labs, who have developed an SEL learning system for teachers, parents, and schools.

In this rich and heartfelt conversation, we talk about the essence and urgency of SEL and its foundation of mindfulness, including the 5 domains of SEL and the impact it has on the brain and nervous system. Sarah even guides us through 3 essential SEL practices using the cards developed by Present Moment Labs...an opening, a transition, and an optimistic closure.

In addition to exploring SEL basics, our conversation takes some broader philosophical turns you'll find intriguing, including seeing SEL as a buffer to the dangers of social media and a nurturing embrace for the i-generation. Sarah is such a generous and inviting guest you'll be left wanting more!

Links and Resources

Present Moment Labs Curriculum and Tools - https://presentmomentlabs.com/numinds

The Social Dilemma (Netflix Documentary) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Soc...

iGen (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/iGen-Super-Con...

More about Sarah and her Projects - https://artofthecircle.com/

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