#127Is there a place for mindfulness and SEL (Social Emotional Learning) in the world language classroom?  My guest today, Jennifer Schwester, a French teacher in New Jersey, certainly knows there is.  We discuss why language teachers should consider mindfulness and SEL activities and their many benefits to students. SEL programs are also becoming more prevalent in our schools, and rightfully so. Can’t want to share these ideas with you.Topics in this Episode:what mindfulness and SEL are how incorporating mindfulness and social emotional learning activities impact students' language proficiency and overall language learning experiencespecific strategies for effectively cultivating a safe space for students to express themselves in the language classroomhow  mindfulness and SEL activities help students better understand and respect each otherhow mindfulness and social emotional learning contribute to students' abilities to positively engage in our interconnected world, and become compassionate global citizenswww.casel.orgthefouragreements.comAddicted To The Monkey Mind- J.F. BenoistJourney To The Heart- Melody BeattieConnect with Jennifer Schwester :Twitter/X: @JenniferSchwes2  Instagram: @jennyplage LinkedIN:  Jennifer SchwesterFacebook: jennyzenyogaWebsite: www.jennyzenyoga.comEmail:  jennyzenyoga@gmail.comLet's connect! wlclassrom.comX (aka Twitter):  @wlclassroomThreads: @wlclassroomInstagram:  @wlclassroomFacebook:  /wlclassroomWLClassroom Facebook Group__________________________Interested in having Joshua work directly with your department, school or district?  Look at options for collaborating in person or remotely.______________________________