Research in neuroscience tells us that the human brain isn’t built to sit still, listen passively, and absorb information like a sponge. Brains crave movement, interaction, novelty, and chances to make meaning. In short: if learners aren’t engaged, they aren’t retaining.

So, Why SEL? Why Now? Because no matter how brilliant your curriculum is, no matter how many classroom strategies you have in your back pocket—none of it lands without connection.

You’re allowed to love teaching and still be tired. You don’t have to be all things to all people all the time.

Being a great educator doesn’t mean you never struggle. It means you keep showing up with heart—even when you’re running on fumes.