As teachers, parents, and mentors of young people, we frequently find ourselves explaining what a particular reaction should have looked like, but we never take the time to explain how that reaction could have been achieved.  The answer is mindfulness.  Mindfulness is a simple but powerful technique to focus attention, manage emotions, handle stress, and resolve conflicts. Instead of simply telling youth to do these things, we can show them how, enabling the student to make wiser decisions in the heat of the moment.  We live in a fast-paced and high-stress world. Our culture places immense value on continuously remaining busy. This lifestyle fosters disconnected relationships and a high-pressure climate; the stress we experience is undoubtedly passed on to the young people we mentor. This stress impairs the effectiveness of our educational system and inhibits key parts of the brain that are necessary for daily learning and effective response to stimuli.  Anchored Change teaches a curriculum that brings improvements in concentration, attention, and empathy, all while building a climate of calm among students. Upon completion of the youth program, students will be empowered to stabilize attention, employ self-regulation, and understand and exhibit empathy.  Mindfully Anchored is a nonprofit public charity that focuses on spreading mindfulness through community service and activism.  Having a mind that is calm, focused, and empathetic allows students not only to increase their scholastic aptitude, but also to lead more satisfying, happier lives.