Achtsamkeit, Resilienz und Demokratie Fördern: Neue Perspektiven für Den Fremdsprachenunterricht
Promoting Mindfulness, Resilience and Democracy: New Perspectives in Foreign Language Teaching

Summary/Abstract: The aim of this conceptual paper is to theoretically explore how mindful, confident, and resilience-promoting relationships can be cultivated in foreign language teaching in order to support a respectful and diversity-sensitive learning and working environment. To this end, the integrative model Mindful and Resilience-Based Foreign Language Teaching (MiRe-FLT) is developed. It is based on an analysis of current research findings in the fields of mindfulness and resilience. The MiRe-FLT model is conceived as an exemplary practical tool to promote mindfulness practices in foreign language education. Its goal is to empower both teachers and learners to act with (self-)care and thereby sustainably strengthen resilience, relational competence, teaching quality, democratic values, and the common good. In the context of language learning, the model assumes that mindful, appreciative, and emotionally supportive learning relationships can have a positive impact on language development. This article serves as an impetus for shaping a teaching culture that places mindfulness, resilience, and relationship orientation at its core, with the aim of promoting the psychological well-being of all participants and enhancing learning success in foreign language teaching and learning process.

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