Mindfulness practice is suitable for young people and there is a significant and growing body of research showing improvements in the mental, emotional, social and physical health and wellbeing of young people who undertake mindfulness training.

Border Mindfulness is accredited through the Mindfulness in Schools Project to deliver the .b (pronounced dot bee) mindfulness in schools program. The .b program is delivered in 45 minute lessons over a 10 week period and is supported by excellent classroom resources and home practice materials.

To get the best results from mindfulness training, an evidence based program delivered by a trained facilitator with their own well established mindfulness practice is essential.

If you would like to know more or discuss options for your school, please contact Ben on 0419 699 306 or at info@bordermindfulness.com

.b Overview

What is .b ?

.b is a fun, engaging and useful ten-session mindfulness course for young people, adapted from the adult courses Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy. It has been evaluated positively by the University of Cambridge and Oxford Brookes, and can be used in a wide range of contexts and age ranges.

What makes .b distinctive?

.b was carefully crafted by classroom teachers to engage everyone, including the most cynical of student audiences. It is taught with striking visuals, film clips and activities that bring mindfulness to life without losing the expertise and integrity of classic mindfulness teaching.

What are .b’s objectives?

.b aims to give students mindfulness as a lifeskill. Students use it …

  • to feel happier, calmer and more fulfilled
  • to get on better with others
  • to help them concentrate and learn better
  • to help cope with stress and anxiety
  • to perform better music and sport.

information above is from the Mindfulness in Schools Project website.