Big Feels, Low Batteries: Recharging Gen Z/Alpha

Let’s be real—today’s students are low-key lonely and high-key overwhelmed. Behind the screen time and short attention spans are young people craving connection, kindness, and understanding. This session explores how the Science of Kindness, Theory of Mind, and Gen Z/Alpha brain research can unlock new ways to build trust, create belonging, and rewire school culture for the better. Through research-backed insights and interactive activities, we’ll unpack how to connect with students who feel “seen online but invisible IRL.” From understanding adolescent empathy development to using kindness as a cognitive strategy, this session brings together the science and the heart of what it takes to reach the most anxious generation to date.