Teaching is a relational activity in which educators are most effective when they are mindful of their identities, the needs of students, and the dynamics of classroom learning. Mindfulness and Critical Friendship is an informative and practical collection that conveys the power of mindfulness, self-study, and critical friendship as relational approaches to professional development. These stories will guide my professional development as I reflect and prepare for the coming year, and will continue to inspire me as I strive to be more mindful and relational alongside my students and colleagues.

Julian Kitchen, Brock University

Mindfulness and Critical Friendship provides a refreshing perspective on learning and renewal through a series of chapters that describe intentional professional development with a focus on both critical self-reflection and the importance of relationship building with colleagues and students. This edited collection is a clear reminder of the need to keep kindness, caring, and humanity at the center of the educational experience. With chapters written by international scholars from a wide range of backgrounds, readers will find a common thread throughout the book in the emphasis on the importance of paying close attention to each other as we individually and collectively find our way as teachers.

Lynn Thomas, Université de Sherbrooke