Mindfulness or meditation has been taught for thousands of years in many of the world’s religions including Christianity, Buddhism, Islam and Judaism. Since the 1980’s it has been used to help hospital patients cope with pain and more recently incorporated into some forms of psychotherapy. Studies have shown it is effective at reducing the odds of having another major depressive episode, reducing symptoms of anxiety, reducing chronic pain, decreasing binge eating, increasing tolerance of distressing situations and increasing relaxation. With all these benefits it should be taught at school!