Finding Purpose: Beyond the Curriculum
Summary
The benefits of gratitude start with the dopamine system, because feeling grateful activates the brain stem region that produces dopamine.” Alex Korb, PhD
“When threatening conditions do not exist, the Reticular Activating System focuses its attention on stimuli that arouse curiosity. This is the “key to the gate.” The brain seeks input about the new, the unexpected, the colorful, musical, moving, aromatic sensations.” Dr. Judy Willis
Topics covered include:
- The power of connection
- Growth mindset
- Flipping the classroom
- Peer modeling
- Goal setting
- Best practices
Finding Purpose: Beyond the Curriculum
The benefits of gratitude start with the dopamine system, because feeling grateful activates the brain stem region that produces dopamine.” Alex Korb, PhD
“When threatening conditions do not exist, the Reticular Activating System focuses its attention on stimuli that arouse curiosity. This is the “key to the gate.” The brain seeks input about the new, the unexpected, the colorful, musical, moving, aromatic sensations.” Dr. Judy Willis
Topics covered include:
- The power of connection
- Growth mindset
- Flipping the classroom
- Peer modeling
- Goal setting
- Best practices
