Where do you go when you need to recover your energy? What kinds of spaces and environments are the most effective — and which are the least effective — in helping you energize after a draining day?

More and more I’m seeing that students need to develop tools for self-care and recovery. Schooling is so relentless, especially to students with learning differences and executive function challenges.

Today I’m going to share the 3+ characteristics of a “restorative environment”. As you listen to these, think about where you go to rest and rejuvenate. Do those spaces meet these characteristics?

I’ll share several scientific studies that test the effectiveness of taking breaks in urban environments versus natural environments.

You’ll wind up with 3 suggestions for things to try if you want to rejuvenate yourself (and your poor exhausted brain) after a long day’s work.

Today I’m going to share the 3+ characteristics of a “restorative environment”. As you listen to these, think about where you go to rest and rejuvenate. Do those spaces meet these characteristics?