How Mindfulness Supports SEL & Character Strengths
Regular practice of mindfulness can help us to embody the social-emotional learning skills necessary for putting our character strengths into action. For instance, when engaged in a heated argument with someone, remembering to use our conflict resolution skills can pose quite the challenge. Mindfulness helps us to recognize when our bodies become tense with anger, reminding us to take a step back, breathe, practice our SEL skills, and uphold our character.
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