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The Relentless School Nurse: Coping with Stress – Embrace Glimmers in Challenging Times

Relentless School Nurse

On top of that, the election results struck a chord deeper than political differences—they felt like a rejection of values I hold dear: gun violence prevention research, equity in education, access to healthcare, and protections for our most vulnerable. My nervous system felt stuck in overdrive, and I needed a way to find calm amid the chaos.

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Reasons Movement Teaches Kids to Think and Learn Differently

Skillastics

Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. Movement and physical activity truly helps kids think and learn differently. We are so excited to have partnered with physical education leaders, bringing joy and fun back to movement for two decades!

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How To Practice Visualization Meditation With Students

PLT4M

Visualization is so powerful because our body, brain, and nervous system don’t know the difference between real life and our imagination. Therefore, if we can practice visualization meditation, then we have primed our body, brain, and nervous system to be ready for the real thing when it happens.

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Strength Training For Injury Prevention

PLT4M

Strength Training For Injury Prevention In Action High school physical education and athletic departments all across the country are embracing the power of strength training for injury prevention. Fatigue – Fatigue, which affects both the muscles and the central nervous system, also plays a vital role in strain injury.