Answering the Call Michael Nolden, Ed.D Social unrest this summer related to the systemic inequalities of race, drew my attention to Ruth King, Robin DiAngelo and Rhonda Magee. Each author powerfully addressed systemic racism, openly and with great humility. The aim of this essay is to capture th... Read More »

California Vineyards Michael Nolden, Ed.D Well-being and mental health are equal partners in our daily experience. What we think, worry and celebrate all have an impact on our psychophysiology. Without thinking, many of us often employ simple awareness practices that enhance one’s outlook, from d... Read More »

Mindfulness & Education Michael Nolden, Ed.D I am interested in the investigation of mindfulness protocols in education settings. Specifically, mindfulness as an approach directed towards the well-being of teachers. A growing literature is taking shape, albeit in its infancy surrounding contempla... Read More »

A Window of Tolerance by Michael Nolden, Ed.D. A common misperception of mindfulness is that it will benefit everyone. Certainly, emerging research over the past 15 years suggests mindfulness practices show positive effects on personal well-being for many people. Since the underlying premise of m... Read More »

During these turbulent and unsettling times, in which many believe are historic in magnitude, mindfulness practices speak to a need for compassion in social settings and public discourse. Mindful awareness prepares our speech, enhances our compassion with others (and ourselves), and soothes the h... Read More »

Mindfulness & Daily Life Michael Nolden, Ed.D Mindfulness in daily life is captured by many facets. Daily sitting practice is only one avenue to deepen a commitment to mindfulness. For mindfulness to penetrate the experience of personal awareness, common daily tasks support deepening one’s unders... Read More »

With great enthusiasm and joy, Fran and Michael Nolden wish to welcome you to Compassion Health Coaching. This newsletter serves as an initial launch into an exciting and vibrant stage in our careers. Lifelong educators, we are embarking in new directions. Compassion Health Coaching is a vision ... Read More »