The student will be able to

· Experience renewed confidence and hope in his/her ability to handle difficult moments calmly.

· Apply at least one new regulation strategy as a daily habit each week of the course.

· Integrate one daily regulation habit into his/her personal and professional routine and self-monitor qualitative and quantitative change.

· Incorporate appropriate regulation strategies into their work as an administrator, teacher, counselor, or other staff member personally and with coworkers and/or students.

The following topics are subject to change based on course feedback and revisions:

· Overview of reflection habits and self-assessments

· Defining resilience and rest

· The importance of oxygenation

·  Habit #1: Diaphragmatic Breathing

·  Brain science – Dr. Bruce Perry

·  Habit #2: 5x2 Box Breath

·  Brain plasticity and rewiring

·  Habit #3: 4x8 Breath

· Nervous system overview

·  Habit #4: Reset Stress for Rest

·  Focus > Thought > Emotion > Action

·  Habit #4: Reset the Narrative Sponge Activities

· The Limbic System

·  Habits #5 & 6: Reset Your Sleep & New Each Morning

·  Bonus Habits: Sleep Faster: Left Nostril Breath, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Guided Sleep Meditation

The course was created for students to work through at their own pace and can take as quickly or long as the student desires, provided all coursework is submitted no later than August 5, 2026 and the student attends at least one in person Zoom session.

Zoom sessions will be scheduled at least twice per month throughout the duration of the course, so students should expect the completion of the course to take at least two weeks in order to attend the live session. If for some reason the student cannot attend one of the scheduled sessions, arrangements can be made with the instructor for an alternative option.

All of this being said, the purpose of the course is for educators to learn and incorporate the specific resilience habits provided as daily practices in their lives. In order to fully practice and assimilate the habits as lifestyle practices to reduce stress and improve resilience, students are encouraged to spend between 3-6 weeks moving through the course material.

Upon enrollment to the course, students will be given a link to register for the class at Ashland University. Upon completion of all of the required coursework, students will be issued a grade. They can access their transcript through the Ashland University portal. Transcripts are available within 5 business days of grade submission.

Educator Resilience I – Reset to Rest

Reset to Rest guides educators through a powerful, brain-based journey to reclaim calm, renewal, and sustainable resilience. This graduate-level course blends neuroscience, reflective practices, and quick regulation strategies—like diaphragmatic breathing and sleep resets—to help professionals thrive amidst the daily demands of teaching, counseling, or administration.

Participants will cultivate renewed confidence, manage stress with intention, and build habits that stabilize both mind and classroom. Acclaimed research (e.g., Bruce Perry’s neuroscience) forms the foundation of a series of practical habits—each designed to be immediately implementable and long-lasting.

What You’ll Learn:

-Identify and apply daily regulation techniques to promote emotional balance.

-Track qualitative and quantitative changes in stress and well-being through self-assessments and reflections.

-Embed resilience techniques in everyday routines—for yourself, your team, and your students.

Course Format:

-Delivered online via Canvas, this course includes videos, readings, self-assessments, and reflection prompts completed at your pace.

-Zoom sessions provide live interaction and community support (at least one mandatory session).

-Final project invites participants to share their growth journey through a written or video reflection, demonstrating both practical habit integration and classroom application.

Join this transformative course to reset how you lead, live, and teach—with clarity, calm, and intention.

I love working directly with schools! If your school is interested in professional development or a more personalized course or plan, contact me at [email protected] or text or call me at 419.937.7623.

I am available to answer any questions you have about this course and what I teach! Contact me at [email protected] or text or call me at 419.937.7623.