In this week’s episode of The Balanced Educator Podcast, we dive into how to teach children about emotions and empower them to understand that their thoughts shape their feelings.

By learning how to choose the thoughts that create the emotions they want to feel, children gain emotional intelligence and self-regulation.

We share a mindfulness practice from our SEL & Mindfulness Foundations for K-12 program, including the 5-finger breathing strategy—ideal for managing big emotions.

Plus, discover how to use stories and imagination to help children connect thoughts, sensations, and emotions.