Inviting staff to send messages of kindness and caring to themselves and others increases positive emotions, decreases stress, anxiety, and depression, and fosters positive, caring relationships among staff members. 

Distance Learning Tips

At the beginning of an online staff meeting, the facilitator can play the soundcloud Loving Kindness meditation by Emma Seppala using a distance learning platform, such as Zoom. Afterwards, move staff members into breakout rooms of 3-4, and invite them to share their experience with one another.  How did that make them feel?  To whom did they send loving kindness?  Close with the research behind the practice.