In Restorative Practices we apply mindfulness every time we sit down to participate in a  Circle or a Restorative Conversation. . In fact, mindfulness is essential for the success of a restorative process in a number of ways–through active listening, speaking from the heart, and remaining open to others' truths.

Restorative classrooms ask questions rather than punish, include rather than exclude, and build cooperation and student buy-in in the process. 

Here we share two stories of how individuals implemented Restorative Practices with heart and creativity this year, after attending our trainings in Restorative Practices and Circle Keeping.