In this episode of the Asking Why podcast, host Clint Davis speaks with Lisa Danahy about the importance of movement and mindfulness in education, particularly for children. They discuss how movement can help children feel safe and regulated, which is essential for learning. Lisa shares her experiences with yoga and mindfulness in schools, emphasizing the need for co-regulation between adults and children. The conversation also touches on the physiological aspects of stress responses and the benefits of incorporating simple movement and breath practices into daily routines. Lisa provides practical tools for educators and parents to foster a supportive environment for children's emotional and social development.Websites: www.CreateCalm.org. www.childrensyoga.com. www.MondayMindfulness.com. www.INAwellness.com. Facebook: Lisa Danahy https://www.facebook.com/lisa.danahy.1Create Calm https://www.facebook.com/INAwellnessRadiant Child https://www.facebook.com/RadiantChildYogaInstagram:Create Calm https://www.instagram.com/create_calm_yogaLisa Danahy https://www.instagram.com/yogatherapywithlisadanahyRadiant Child https://www.instagram.com/radiantchild Books:Creating Calm in Your Classroom A Mindfulness-Based Program for Social Emotional Learning in Early Childhood Education https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/859194-creating-calm-in-your-classroom Sample pages: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/ 1IIl18BcT0HnEmHTDuXjNTQwy1kpFvm75?usp=sharing Press Release: https://drive.google.com/file/d/ 1qcyDSelyw1RQ6we2aFpM59k2znO__5Fz/view?usp=sharing Washington Parent Magazine Stress Relief for Children of All Abilities https://washingtonparent.com/stress-relief-for-children-of-all-abilities/ Highlights Magazine Move It! Specialized segment for High Five https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HUN-kwrtFziLaBFWBAO5KSKTZe6PTzrW?usp=sharing National Association for the Education of Young Children 5-Part Series for Teaching Young Children https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QaCXunYFva BkSaAklKVqfOCZW0qGxS52?usp=sharing