In this episode of 'Classroom to Calm,' Kyle Pfaffenbach, an associate professor at EOU, and Nathan Marshall, an intern at the EOU Leap Lab, discuss the impact of music on stress reduction for teachers and staff from the LeGrand school district. They explore a review paper titled 'Music Listening and Stress Recovery in Healthy Individuals: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis of Experimental Studies,' highlighting that self-selected music can significantly reduce stress. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-care for teachers, advocating for music as a practical tool for mindfulness and relaxation. They share personal anecdotes about how they incorporate music into their lives and encourage listeners to experiment with different genres to find what works best for them. The episode concludes with a call to action for teachers to participate in wellness assessments at the Leap Lab to measure the benefits of mindfulness practices like music and breathing exercises.

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