Mindfulness Principles
Who is the founder of Mindfulness?
John Kabat Zinn
What is about recognizing and valuing the things that we often overlook or take for granted
Gratitude
Which one of Santa’s reindeer shares a name with a Valentine mascot?
Cupid
What is our prinicpal's first name?
Kristin Ferrales
Spiritual, Movement, Walking, Mantra, and Visualization are all types of?
Meditations!
"I am strong"
"I am confident"
Are statements better known as?
Affirmations
What game is often played during Hanukkah?
Dreidel
What is the number of Ms. Cardarelli's office?
552
This is an attitude we take in order to feel a greater sense of well-being and peace. When we practice _______ in mindfulness we not only understand but we also accept what is; there is a general sense that things unfold as they may when they may. Essentially, it is understanding that everything happens within its own time.
What is Patience
What is the ability to turn understanding, acceptance, and love inward.
Self-Compassion
During Kwanzaa, one candle on the kinara (candle holder) is lit each night. What does the black candle represent?
Unity
Which current staff member was apart of SLJ's inaugural staff?
Debby Wallace
What is releasing the automatic need to categorize things as ‘good’ or ‘bad’. Non-judgement is about allowing things to be as they are and not having the immediately need to place it in a category
Non Judgement
What is the ability to be calm, composed, and steady in the face of whatever happens in life. Sometimes referred to as being like a 'rubber band'.
Equanimity
How many days is Hanukkah celebrated?
8 days
What is the complete (zip code included) address to our school building?
283 Adams Street Brooklyn, NY, 11201
What is known as or "shoshin" in Japanese, is a concept from Zen Buddhism that refers to having an open and receptive mindset, free from preconceptions and judgments, much like that of a child.
Beginner's Mind
John Kabat-Zinn defines this as what arises from paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment and non-judgmentally”. By focusing on the breath, the idea is to cultivate attention on the body and mind as it is moment to moment, and so help with pain, both physical and emotional.”
Awareness
What is the first rule of the Code of Elves?
(Elf) Treat every day like Christmas
Name 4 staff who are members of the staff and alumni...
Ms. Nichols
Mr. R
Mr. Lainez
Ms. Torres
Ms. Brown (just started in main office)
Mr. Garcia Berrera