This e-book is a guide to developing powerful social-emotional learning for everyday use in the classroom and other organizations. The ACT Matrix is a visual representation of a process that quickly engages learners in building psychological flexibility, which is a cornerstone of good mental health. ACT stands for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Training. This evidenced-based, mindful approach empowers learners to move toward resilience and persistence in the face of obstacles and challenges. It includes a detailed walk-through of the process with links to videos that demonstrate how to implement the Matrix in your setting.
The ACT Matrix process targets:
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This book is geared for the everyday educator ( teacher, counselor, psychologist, administrator, specialist, youth worker, etc.) looking for a simple, easy to implement the intervention in their setting. It is appropriate for all grade levels and will supplement your existing structures and procedures. The added bonus is that once learners are shown the model, they can go on and use it on their own. It builds social-emotional learning from the ground up through the lived experience of those who use it while reducing stress and the struggles of ineffective attempts at change.