Overview
WiseMind Emotion Coaching empowers young people to transform stress into strength by nurturing resilience and equipping them with the tools needed to live authentic, empowered, and fulfilling lives. This program blends neuroscience principles with biofeedback technology to help youth improve emotional regulation and well-being, fostering skills essential for personal and academic success.
Marion-Polk Counties Youth Resilience Project
In partnership with Salem-Keizer Public Schools, the Salem Kroc Center, and multiple grant funders, WiseMind addresses critical mental health challenges in youth, particularly among marginalized communities. The Marion-Polk Counties Youth Resilience Project provides accessible and effective emotional wellness support to meet the increasing mental health needs in the community.
July 2024 Program at Salem Kroc Center
During July 2024, WiseMind collaborated with the Salem Kroc Center to offer neuroscience-based practices to 24 high school students in small groups of six. These sessions provided students with simple, yet effective, resilience-informed strategies to develop emotional self-regulation. The experiential learning focused on all ten of Oregon’s Employability Skills, with a particular emphasis on self-awareness and empathy.
One participant shared:
“Thank you for teaching me I can be big, strong, and calm all at the same time. I will continue using Heart Breathing to level out my chaotic mind.”
Empowering Youth for Success
The tailored tools and strategies offered by WiseMind ensure that young people can effectively manage their emotions and stress, equipping them to succeed in both school and life. These emotional wellness practices align with the needs of at-risk youth, building essential skills that support both mental well-being and career readiness.
Impact and Vision
Through collaborative initiatives like the Marion-Polk Counties Youth Resilience Project, WiseMind aims to create a resilient, thriving youth population. By fostering self-regulation, empathy, and stress management skills, WiseMind ensures that young people are prepared for the challenges they encounter, helping them succeed academically, personally, and professionally.
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