Training “Happy Teachers” in Uganda
During a three-week retreat in Plum Village in France, I was fully immersed for the first time in my life in an intensive training in mindful living. I have been meditating […]
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The Anniversary of Thich Nhat Hanh’s Talk
Earleen Roumagoux is one of Wake Up Schools’ coordinators who has been living and working in Plum Village, France. Here she recounts the powerful talk given by Thich Nhat Hanh, just over a year ago, in which he addresses a room full of teachers during the French Educators Retreat. Please enjoy Earleen’s account of the affect of Thay’s teaching and his spirit. You can also see the full talk here.
Read MoreKids and teens, share your stories
The Mindfulness Bell magazine and Wake Up Schools are looking for children and teens submit writing, poems, artwork or photos inspired by the practice and the Plum Village teachings. Click here for more details on how to share your imagination!
Read MoreCaring for the Body: a Healthy Habit for the New School Year
As one WkUpS coordinator returns to the classroom, she’s thinking about more than lesson planning and traditional prep work. Plum Village has taught her the importance of taking care of her body and its integral role in morning practice. One way to cultivate this new habit is using these videos of the Mindful Movements and QiGong.
Read MoreWell-Being and Being Well with Children
Enjoy this article by Estelle Guihard a volunteer in the children’s program during Plum Village’s Summer Retreat this year. She discusses the wonders of mindful practices with children, the beauty of working in a family of other practitioners and the strength of sharing a common practice.
Read MoreWake Up Schools Talks
Wake Up Schools Films is a great place to check out Wake Up Schools in action and to learn about our vision: to cultivate joy and happiness in every moment.
Read MoreFirst Educators retreat in the Netherlands makes teachers happy!
Twenty educators participated in the first formal educators retreat in the Netherlands organized by HappyTeachers.nu and the Dutch foundation L.I.A. – and look quite happy.
Read More“Peace in Oneself, Peace in the World”
On August 12th-16th, 2015, the First Asia-Pacific Mindfulness Teachers Conference Retreat will be held at Plum Village Mindfulness Academy, Hong Kong. Registration for participants is now open!
Read MoreOpening Days at Dharma Primary School (UK)
This video offers a look into a Plum Village visit to the Dharma Primary School (Brighton, UK) during which monastics helped students, staff and parents cultivate their mindfulness practices.
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