Preface Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1- First Lessons Adolescent Brain Development 101 Learning/Communication Styles Chapter 2- Mindfulness Educator Notes Energy Follows Intention Anger Comes From Fear Owning Our Stories Mindfulness & Conflict The Trap of Superlatives Living Your Values Chapter 3- Compassion Educator Notes Seeing Others in Pain Differing Perspectives Name-Calling v. Owning Our Emotions Myths & Misperceptions About Bullying What Don't You Know? Self-Compassion Alternative Forms of Wealth Chapter 4- Positive Mindset Educator Notes Altruism Deserving Joy Finding Joy Connection The Three Crowns Finding Meaning Chapter 5- Self-Worth Educator Notes Comparison as a Form of Self-Judgment Shame Fitting In Platonic Ideals Pressure to Perform Chapter 6- Stress, Anxiety & Fear Educator Notes Going it Alone Fear, Wisdom & Equanimity How We Freak Ourselves Out The Power of Story Rewiring Your Brain to Chill Appendix A- Activities Mindfulness Compassion Positive Mindset Self-Worth Stress, Anxiety & Fear Additional Activities Appendix B- Skills Reference Guide About the Author
