by The MEHRIT Centre | Jun 5, 2023 | Learn Self-Reg, Self-Reg 101, Self-Reg Blog
Dr. Stephen Porges, identified 4 neural mechanisms we have for dealing with stress, this is what the hierarchy of human stress responses consist of. This graphic illustrate the 3 we use most often. Social engagement: seeking and receiving social support, comfort and...
by The MEHRIT Centre | May 30, 2023 | Self-Reg 101, Self-Reg for the Early Years, Self-Reg in Schools
This graphic, by educator Kristin Wiens, illustrates 26 big and little ideas to bear in mind around inclusion in education. Even though the practice of Self-Reg is universal — good for all children and adults —its origins lie partly in research and clinical work...
by The MEHRIT Centre | May 23, 2023 | Self-Reg 101, Self-Reg Blog, Self-Reg for Parents, Self-Reg in Schools
Historically, adult/child relationships were based on an imbalance of power. In the past 50 years we’ve begun to gradually move away from that, giving kids more rights, flexibility and say in their own lives. But we are still influenced by an ages-old self-control...
by The MEHRIT Centre | May 8, 2023 | Self-Reg 101, Self-Reg Blog, Self-Reg for Parents, Self-Reg for the Early Years, Self-Reg in Schools
This infographic by educator Kristin Wiens illustrates the Five Practices of Self-Reg (also known as steps). Reframe the Behaviour: Look at and understand the behaviour differently, in terms of the stress that caused it. Recognize the Stressors: Be a “stress...
by The MEHRIT Centre | Mar 27, 2023 | Self-Reg 101, Self-Reg Blog, Self-Reg for Parents, Self-Reg for the Early Years, Self-Reg in Schools
This graphic, by educator Kristin Wiens takes us a little deeper into practice two of Shanker Self-Reg®: “Recognize the stressors.” When we can see that someone is highly stressed, it’s not always easy to tell exactly what is causing the stress. Even when there...
