Using mindfulness to cope with stress

Mindfulness is a technique which is beneficial for stress relief, cognition and wellbeing, to name few.   It is useful for managing stress, by altering awareness and state of mind.   Here are some ways how using mindfulness can help to cope with stress:   Identify the source: Find the cause of the stress, it…

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What is Metacognition and why use it?

Metacognition is “the knowledge and regulation of one’s thought processes.” (Kennedy et al., 2008)   Carr et al. (1996) suggest that “there is considerable evidence that metacognition plays a role in school performance.” Metacognition encourages students to think about their own learning. This involves learning strategies for planning, monitoring and evaluating. It is also about making…

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