During my time working in schools and education, I became very aware of the rising levels of anxiety among students and young people in general. My subject often asked that students get creative. To make work based on their own experiences, thoughts and feelings. For many students this was a huge challenge. During my own childhood, growing up was was much more immersive. We experienced everything first hand. The only screen we had was a tube TV which we were kicked off of after an hour! Much different to todays digitally soaked world. Over use of screens and social media play a huge role in robbing young people of their ability to focus and concentrate. It also leads to a disconnected sense of self. This in turn can often contribute to stress, anxiety and lack of self awareness.
Workshops
When I left my job as a teacher, I always knew I still wanted to work with and help young people. Combining my teaching experience with my knowledge and skills in breath work, I created a range of workshops to suit the needs of students in schools and education. These workshops include creative wellness, Functional breathing for wellbeing and Exam focus. I also offer wellness workshops for teachers. Teacher wellbeing is often overlooked in schools with the focus always being on students. Similar to safety instructions on an aeroplane, you must put your own oxygen mask on first before you help others, likewise teachers must be looked after so that they can provide quality teaching and learning .
Why Breathing?
We have never been taught how to breath properly! As it is an automatic response in the body, we often overlook it.Scientific research has shown that up to 50% of children mouth breathe. Mouth breathing is also associated with behavioural problems, poor cognition, anxiety and poor sleep among children. The educational programmes I provide aim to teach young people how to breath correctly in a fun and engaging way.
The workshops I provide can be tailored to your schools needs, whether primary or post primary. If you wish to enquire about a workshop or the option of running a functional breathing for wellness module for your wellbeing term please feel free to get in touch via my contact page.