Resources

This is a research-based, comprehensive review of all the reasons mindfulness works in the secondary classroom. It's part of a series on "SEL Solutions."

Desmond studied with Thich Nhat Hanh and imbibed some of his clarity and simplicity. This is a sometimes humorous, sometimes poignant take on why we suffer, and how to hold it in us with humanity and tenderness.

Iyer is a famous travel writer who wrote this book espousing the virtues of staying in one place, far before the world knew anything about COVID-19.

I have to admit I haven’t read this, but it’s widely regarded as a seminal work in bringing mindfulness to the secular world. 

This is a classic introduction to Buddhist psychology from one of the leaders in the field. Each chapter ends with a personal practice. 

Applying mindfulness practice to leadership, Marturano was the former VP at General Mills, and founded the Institute for Mindful Leadership.

This highly entertaining account emphasizes the importance of executive function, and proposes an ideal high school. You won't be surprised to learn that it includes mindfulness practice. 

Olendzki is a frequent contributor to Tricycle magazine, and has a knack for making Buddhist philosophy accessible. 

A consultant for mindfulness in education, Rechtschaffen includes activities to be used in the classroom.

Seppala is the Science Director of Stanford University's Center for Compassion and Altruism. This book is a research-based argument for slowing down. 

Zaki is one of empathy's fiercest defenders and well-informed researchers. There's a lot of misinformation about empathy out there. This book is the real thing.