Dr. Michael Mrazek - Finding Focus
Dr. Michael Mrazek - Finding Focus

Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.

Dr. Michael Mrazek - Finding Focus Betsy and Nicole have a conversation with Dr. Michael Mrazek. Dr. Mrazek is a research scientist at UC Santa Barbara where he serves as the Director of Research at the Center for Mindfulness & Human Potential....

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Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.

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Dr. Betsy Kindall, Nicole Fairchild and Dr. Stacy Moore discuss Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. - a project to Advance Wellness And Resiliency in Education. Project A.W.A.R.E. is a grant program funded by S.A.M.H.S.A. (the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). Betsy is an educator, a licensed school counselor and the Statewide Coordinator for Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. She has worked in Arkansas schools for nearly 20 years. Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked in schools for about 10 years. She is the project manager at one of the Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.. remote sites. Stacy is a Behavior Support Specialist/School Psychologist with Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. and has been working in Arkansas schools over 15 years. They love working together and this podcast is a result of the creative energy synthesized through their conversations about mental health awareness. They begin by sharing a little about their previous work background and goals for this podcast series. In subsequent episodes, they focus on individual topics related to school culture and mental health. Their conversations are as witty and entertaining as they are informative. They share touching personal stories and address real-life situations that will help enable every listener to become more A.W.A.R.E. of the world around them. The episodes in this series are generally less than ten minutes long, but are packed with valuable information and commentary that will leave you wanting more! New episodes are scheduled for release weekly, every Monday. This project is dedicated to Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education. Please feel free to subscribe to this podcast and join us as we strive to help everyone become more A.W.A.R.E.! Website: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/learning-services/school-health-services/arkansas-aware Produced by Donnie Lee Music: https://www.purple-planet.com More information: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/communications/dese-podcasts

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Dr. Michael Mrazek on Teen Focus: Insights from the 'Finding Focus' Program

“Where you focus really determines what you experience in life and it can influence which thoughts and evaluations you elaborate and, ultimately, what emotions you feel.”

Picture a classroom where students are not just present but fully engaged, their minds sharp and focused. This episode of Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. brings you an enlightening conversation with Dr. Michael Mrazek, a research scientist at UC Santa Barbara and the Director of Research at the Center for Mindfulness & Human Potential. Betsy Kindall and Nicole Fairchild dive into 'Finding Focus', a 22-day digital course designed to help teenagers hone their attention skills and better manage their thoughts and emotions.

The course, created by UC Santa Barbara and UT Austin, offers bite-sized lessons and exercises that fit seamlessly into a busy school day—just 12 minutes of weekly lessons and 4 minutes of daily practice. Dr. Mrazek shares fascinating insights on how attention shapes our experiences and emotions, making a compelling case for why focus is a skill worth cultivating. Funded by the U.S.

Department of Education, 'Finding Focus' is available for free to high school teachers and their students, complete with an easy-to-use interface for tracking progress. The results? Increased classroom focus, reduced stress, and improved emotional regulation. Whether you're an educator looking to boost your students' performance, a parent wanting to support your child's mental well-being, or a teenager curious about improving your own focus, this episode offers valuable takeaways.

Tune in to discover how small daily practices can lead to big changes in attention and emotional health.

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