STME 606 The Mindful Music Educator

3 credits 42.0 hours
600 level graduate course

Through the practice of Mindfulness, participants will be given time to pause and focus on their own care and well-being. This class is designed for the self-care of music educators. This is an opportunity for music educators to reduce stress, recharge, reflect, and reconnect. This time together will be both educational and experiential. This will be a shared experience of discovery, awareness, and care. Self-care is at the heart of everything we do: the way we feel, think, and act. When we take care of ourselves, we can be at our best, have more balance in our lives, and be more present for the people in our lives. This enhanced presence allows us to better connect with our families, friends, colleagues, and students. In addition, as teachers, we want our students to lead healthy lives, to learn healthy coping skills, and to make healthy choices. When we care for ourselves, we can be more present for our students and we can model healthy behaviors for them. Self-care allows us to better connect with ourselves and with the individuals who may cross our paths each moment of the day. We can actively enhance our lives and the lives of others.

This course may be completed 2 times for credit.