Eleni Vardaki Leading ENSEC Conference Workshop

COMING UP: Eleni is leading an Adult SEL Education workshop at the ENSEC Conference workshop. The 8th European Network for Social and Emotional Competence (ENSEC) Conference will take place in…

Emotions About Emotions

WHAT’S THE ISSUE: Fear of fear, fear of anger, fear of sadness…we can have all sorts of emotions about emotions. Essentially, one emotion can layer on top of another. In this…

Relational Stress and Blurred Boundaries

WHAT’S THE ISSUE: Sometimes it isn’t a particular argument that causes relational stress; it’s chronic dysfunctional relational dynamics, like blurred parent-child or teacher-student relational boundaries. Blurred boundaries cause chronic relational stress that negatively affects our…

Meditation Inspiration: Where to Start?

WHAT’S THE ISSUE: Know that science shows meditating is good for your mental health, but don’t know where to start? You may be surprised to know that I’m meditating in the…

Types of Meditation for Stress Management

WHAT’S THE ISSUE: Looking for ideas of how you can expand your stress management ‘toolbox’ with a new type of meditation? In this article, you will find 22 examples of types of…

Delivering 400+ hours of EFT Therapy

WHAT’S UP: I’ve been reflecting on the 400+ hours of EFT Therapy sessions I’ve done with clients who wanted to work on reducing their stress and/or anxiety levels during a…

Panic Attacks in Tests and Exams (Grade 7)

WHAT’S THE ISSUE: Having panic attacks in tests or exams is NOT a life sentence. Modern Psychology has advanced in leaps and bounds. We now have a gentle, powerful mindfulness technique…

Panic Attacks in Tests and Exams (Grade 12)

WHAT’S THE ISSUE: Having panic attacks in tests and exams is NOT a life sentence. Modern Psychology has advanced in leaps and bounds. We now have a gentle, powerful mindfulness technique…

Teacher Self-Care Challenge

TEACHER SELF-CARE CHALLENGE: Eleni Vardaki will lead a virtual self-care training experience for teachers who want to make their self-care goals and plans a priority at the turn of the…