Healthy Learner Library
"How does my mind, body, and brain LEARN best?!"
Brain Basics and Variability (Every brain is unique!)
- Three parts – Hand Model of Brain
- Basic Anatomy and Physiology
- Brain Development
- Brain Plasticity (Our brains and minds change constantly)
- Neuro-Myths and Misconceptions
- Neurogenesis or "Growing New Neural Connections" or "LEARNING!"
Bio-Habits for Optimal Learning and Wellness
- Sleep
- Nutrition
- Gut-Brain Axis
- Mind - Body Connection
- Exercise and Movement
- Science, Power, and Purpose of Play
- Focused vs. Diffuse (Default) Modes of Thinking
- Brain and Body on Nature
- Creativity and Exploration
- Awareness Training/Mindfulness
- Positive and Healthy Relationships/Connections
- Science of Stress
- Strategies for Stress Management
Emotions (Emotions drive learning) Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Self-Regulation/Control
- Self-Awareness
- Stress
- Resilience
- Affective Networks and Reward Pathways
Social Learning
- Healthy Relationships
- Empathy
- Communications
- Collaboration
- Introversion and Extroversion
- Restorative Practices
- Stories support learning
- Character Traits and Habits of Mind
Awareness and Executive Function/Networks
- Self-Awareness
- Mindful Practices
- Metacognition
- Conflict Resolution
- Mindsets (Growth vs. Fixed)
- Perception
- Attention
- Responsible Decision Making
- Motivation
- Neuroception
- Boredom, Mind Wandering, Modes of Thinking
Memory
- Explicit and Implicit Memory Systems
- Short-term memory
- Working memory
- Long-term memory
- Mnemonics (brain hacks for improving memory)
Science and Strategies for STRESS
- Positive Psychology and Growing Optimism
- Humor and Play
- Healthy and Unhealthy Coping Strategies
- Movement, Creativity, The Arts
- Autonomy and power of choice
- Neurotransmitters and Reward Pathways
- Mindfulness Practices
- Mindsets and Neuroception
- Reset and Restore Practices
- Connections to self and others (Relationships)