The document discusses ways to build resilience in school environments and students. It suggests that shaping the school environment through supportive relationships, social-emotional learning, health, and innovative teaching methods can have a larger impact than trying to change students alone. Specific recommendations include developing supportive relationships, managing failures, creating positive thinking habits, active learning, and providing opportunities for meaningful contributions and entrepreneurial learning. The overall message is that resilience can be learned through experiences in a positive school environment.
8. "I’ve come to the frightening conclusion that I am
the decisive element in the classroom. It's my
daily mood that makes the weather."
Haim Ginott, Israeli educator
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10. Take care of your mind and body
“It is health which is wealth and not pieces of gold and silver” Mahatma Gandhi
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12. Be prepared to manage failures
Face uncomfortable situations
Write down what you are afraid of
Break down a big challenge into pieces
Become comfortable with rejection
Learn new skills
13. Create positive thinking habits
Choice of response
1 negative = 3 positive thoughts
I am awesome!
Gratitude
Act of kindness
Positive view and confidence
Positive self-talk
Passion
18. Active learning
Entrepreneurial learning – opportunities to:
• be competent
• explore real problems and challenges
• see relevance of their study
• be valued members of community
• make real contribution to the team, usefulness
• understand strengths and weaknesses
• learn from mistakes
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Supportive and caring relationships
Tolerance
Healthy environment
Positive mindset
Experience failure
High expectations
Opportunities for meaningful contribution
