Shanker's Self-Reg

Shanker Self-Reg is a framework and an on-going process for enhancing self-regulation by understanding and dealing with stress. Mindful self-regulation, which enhances learning and emotional, social and physical well-being, involves learning to recognize and respond to stress in all its many facets: positive as well as negative, hidden as well as overt, minor as well as traumatic or toxic. Self-Reg can help us understand and respond to the roots of behaviour, learning, motivation, social problems and strong emotions that impact energy systems.

Some benefits to practising Self-Reg may include:

• fewer emotional meltdowns

• reduced frustration

• quicker recovery from disappointment

• improved concentration

• reduced distractibility

• enhanced interpersonal skills

• improved recognition of what others are thinking and feeling

Dr. Stuart Shanker is the founder and CEO of The Mehrit Centre, Ltd. (TMC) as a Self-Reg learning and information centre providing resources, and learning opportunities for schools and communities. The TMC vision is calm, alert learners, educators and families flourishing in physically and emotionally nurturing environments. The TMC mission is grounding living and learning in self-regulation.

"See a child differently, you will see a different child." - Dr. Stuart Shanker

Informative Video's:

Infosheets - Two page summaries of the Self-Reg approach

1. Self-Reg for Parents

2. Self-Reg for Teens

Additional Self-Reg Resources from the Resource Library at self-reg.ca

• Self-Regulation vs Self Control Infographic

• Ten Ways to Develop the Habit of Self-Reg

• My Inclusion ABC’s

• Nature Activities for Kids

• Reframe the behaviour

• Susan Hopkins Blog

• Self-Reg: How to Help Your Child (and You) Break the Stress Cycle and Fully Engage with Life Discussion Guide

Resources By Dr. Stuart Shanker