A practical guide to mindfulness that will empower teachers and school staff to take better
care of their well-being and find calm in the day-to-day hustle and bustle of the school setting.
When we’re on an aeroplane, the on-board safety instructions tell us that in the event of an
emergency we should put on our own oxygen mask first – and only then help those around us.
The same is true for well-being: we need to look after ourselves in order to be a resource for
others. This is especially the case in busy, high-pressure environments such as our classrooms
and schools, where burnout is a real concern for teachers and leaders, who all too often
relegate their own self-care to the bottom of the to-do list.
The Mindful Teacher’s Handbook is a practical and engaging resource to help everyone in
schools bring mindfulness into their lives in a meaningful way.
Mindfulness practice offers simple, straightforward strategies for finding peace and
regaining perspective, and has a solid body of evidence that attests to its efficacy. In this
book, Kamalagita Hughes provides a lively and engaging blend of top tips, research evidence,
case studies, guided meditations and suggested exercises for all – both for those new to
mindfulness and for those who want to refresh their practice.
