The Power of a 45-Second Investment in Relationship Building edutopia.org/article/buildi…

Learning the key differences between thriving, flourishing, & wellbeing from Tyler VanderWeele & Tim Lomas from Harvard! #IPPAWorldCongress IPPA Network

Tyson and I are excited to present our research on kids’ friendships today at 2pm at #IPPAWorldCongress! IPPA Network #urstrongschools

How special to hear from Barbara Frederickson and her team! The research is clear that when we feel a sense of safety & belonging, we experience more positivity resonance! And, of course, these moments of connection improve our health & wellbeing. #IPPAWorldCongress

Does this count as a selfie with Dr Barbara Fredrickson? #IPPAWorldCongress

“This is a better world than it was before, but people don’t believe it.” Martin Seligman talking about how our world is a better place! IPPA Network #IPPAWorldCongress

"When I like the teacher, I want to do their work. And I'll be like, 'I can learn this.'" Students who feel safe and supported by adults at school are better able to learn, research shows. #HowLearningHappens

On modeling self-regulation through tone of voice: “The sweet spot is calm, neutral, assertive, and the teachers who get the best responses from kids are the ones that have mastered that the best," says Cynthia Robinson-Rivers of Van Ness Elementary in Washington, DC.

Takeaway from today’s talk: When we think about emotion regulation, we jump to strategies that require time & planning like biking or gardening. But regulation often starts w/ strategies like breathing to deactivate & reframing to shift our thoughts, which help in the moment.

I’ve been thinking about this as the new school year approaches. Do we say we value collaboration but then celebrate individuals? Instead of Teacher of the Month, how about Team of the Month? Thoughts? #education #k12 #pauseponderpersist

When kids are deprived of play, their mental health suffers. Over the past 50 years, the time kids spend playing outside and inside has plummeted. They're missing opportunities to bond, build self-control, be creative, and feel joy. Free play is a key to happiness and growth.

A sign of emotional intelligence is moving from “You made me feel” to “This is how I reacted.” Our emotions aren’t caused by other people’s actions. They’re shaped by our interpretations. Blaming others gives them power over our feelings. Taking responsibility empowers us.

Executive function remains one of the most reliable predictors of success in academics—and in life. Here's the research on what it is, and how to cultivate it. ✈️

Asking for help is an act of service. Don't deny the people who love you the honor of being there to support you.

Friendship research is getting an update – and that's key for dealing with the loneliness epidemic theconversation.com/friendship-res… via The Conversation U.S.

A beautiful article on "The power of resonance" in Wellbeing Magazine! wellbeing.com.au/mind-spirit/mi…

15 years of empowering kids with friendship skills! urstrong.com/15-years-of-ur…

Check out this article: cnn.com/2024/09/26/hea…