colors of life

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) for children, teens and adults

At Wrapped in Colors, we combine basic emotional neuroscience with social-emotional learning (SEL) to support children, parents, and families of all kinds. Through journals, books, workshops, and speeches, we provide practical, hands-on, and engaging tools for developing emotional intelligence (EQ).

Operating from both Denmark and Spain, we take a unique approach by integrating EQ with colors, as colors and their frequencies constantly surround us and influence our emotions. By connecting SEL with the science of emotions and the power of colors, we empower individuals and families to strengthen emotional awareness, communication, and overall well-being.

EU ERASMUS+

Denmark and Spain

Wrapped in Colors and the Department of Creativity and Educational Innovation at the University of Valencia, Spain was co-funded by the EU through the ERASMUS+ Small Scale Project: “Colors of Life Journal.” This initiative was implemented, carried out and evaluated together with a control group, in multiple schools across Denmark and Spain from September 2022 to June 2023.

Download a one-page summary in English from the University of Valencia, presenting evidence of SEL outcomes.

Summary Colors of Life ERASMUS+Download

“Livets Farver Familiedag”

Denmark

Collaboration with Plejefamiliernes Landsforening

Workshops, including books, designed for foster children and their foster parents, providing essential tools to navigate emotions and strengthen family connections.

Ambassador: Finn Nørbygaard Danish Comedian, Actor and Psychotherapist

Download workshop information in Danish here.

Livets Farver Familiedag Download

For schools

Integrating Livets Farver into Danish classrooms to enhance Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

With funding support, Colors of Life is being implemented in Danish schools for children aged 9 to 13, focusing on emotional awareness and regulation. The program includes the Colors of Life Journal, Meditation Storybook, and Teacher’s Manual to support both students and educators in fostering well-being.

What people say about Colors of Life

Students:

“I feel that the story with the different gardens and colors is just like LIFE”.

“I like the mandalas in the journal, because I color them, while I think about what to write in the journal”.

“When I listened to the story I felt like being at home”.

“My head feels light after we did the belly breathing”.

teachers:

“The language used in the material is open, inviting and with a growth mindset.”

“The students connect really good with colors, which makes it easy for them to use colors as a tool when we talk about how to regulate emotions”.

“The material works around both body and mind very thoroughly, which makes it dynamic to work with”.

Parents:

“We have learned new things that can be used in everyday life.”

“We will bring the books with us during the autumn break and use more of the elements.”

“My foster daughter and I had a wonderful day with space for immersion, sensory experiences, and learning in a safe environment.”

Our Commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals

At Wrapped in Colors, we believe that social-emotional learning (SEL) is essential for well-being, education, and social equality. Our work with children, teens, and adults through workshops, talks, and written materials directly supports the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

Promoting mental and emotional well-being is just as important as physical health. Through SEL, we equip individuals with tools to manage stress, build resilience, and enhance emotional regulation, contributing to better mental health and overall well-being.

Education is more than academics—it also includes emotional intelligence and personal development. Our programs provide practical SEL tools that help children and adults develop self-awareness, empathy, and communication skills, fostering a more holistic and inclusive learning experience.

Emotional intelligence is a powerful tool for creating inclusive societies. By providing access to SEL resources, we empower vulnerable groups, including foster children and marginalized communities, with the skills they need to navigate life’s challenges, build confidence, and thrive.

Corporate Social Responsibility – CSR

We invite companies and organizations to join us in making a difference!

Let’s discuss how your CSR initiatives can support children’s and teens’ well-being through the donation of Livets Farver to schools and beyond. Together, we can create a lasting impact.

Why Social Emotional Learning?

The 5 Core Components:

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is the process of developing self-awareness, emotional regulation, social skills, and responsible decision-making. It helps individuals, especially children and teens, understand and manage emotions, build healthy relationships, and navigate life’s challenges with confidence and empathy.

Self-Awareness – Recognizing emotions, strengths, and values to develop a strong sense of self.
Self-Management – Learning to regulate emotions, manage stress, and set personal goals.
Social Awareness – Understanding and empathizing with others from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Relationship Skills – Developing effective communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution abilities.
Responsible Decision-Making – Making thoughtful, ethical choices that consider personal and social well-being.

SEL can help to:

Improve emotional resilience and mental well-being.
Enhance communication and relationship-building skills.
Reduce stress, anxiety, and behavioural challenges.
Promote academic success and motivation.
Prepare individuals for personal and professional success in life.
Create a more emotionally intelligent, compassionate, and socially connected world

“Emotions are the colors of the soul”

William P. Young

EQ Pathway for Adults

Join us on a transformative journey into Emotional Intelligence, structured around 6 key phases. This is a course inspired by neuroscience, drawing from the work of Daniel Siegel, and integrates the five core elements of Emotional Intelligence as defined by Daniel Goleman.

What You’ll Gain:

A deeper understanding of how the brain processes emotions
Practical tools for self-awareness, self-regulation, and resilience
Strategies to enhance empathy, communication, and social skills
Techniques to navigate emotions in both personal and professional life

This course provides a structured and engaging approach to developing Emotional Intelligence, empowering you with scientifically-backed insights and real-world applications.

Are you ready to cultivate emotional balance and leadership in your life?

The Neuroscience of EQ

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions in yourself and others. Neuroscience shows that EI is deeply connected to brain function, particularly in regions such as the amygdala, prefrontal cortex, and mirror neurons. These areas influence emotional regulation, decision-making, and social interactions. Understanding how the brain processes emotions can help you strengthen emotional intelligence in your daily life.

Emotional Intelligence (EI) is not just about being “in touch” with your emotions—it’s a biological process deeply rooted in brain function. It involves multiple brain regions working together to help us recognize, regulate, and respond to emotions in ourselves and others. Here’s a more profound look at the neuroscience behind EI and how different brain structures play a role.

5 key aspects of EQ

Emotional intelligence (EQ) and the work of Daniel Goleman, who is widely recognized as a leading authority on the subject. Goleman’s groundbreaking book, Emotional Intelligence (1995), introduced the concept to a wide audience and emphasized the critical role that EQ plays in personal and professional success.

Self-awareness:	Self-regulation:	Motivation:	Empathy:	Social Skills:
Understanding your own emotions.	Managing your emotions in healthy ways.	Being driven to achieve goals for intrinsic reasons.	Understanding and sharing the feelings of others.	Building strong relationships.
Recognizing how your feelings influence your thoughts and behavior.	Staying calm under pressure.	Maintaining a positive attitude and persistence.	Being able to put yourself in someone else’s shoes.	Effective communication.
Knowing your strengths and weaknesses.	Avoiding impulsive actions.	The ability to stay dedicated to personal and organizational goals	Recognizing non-verbal cues and emotional dynamics.	Managing conflict and inspiring others.

The Founders I Social Entrepreneurs

Sarah Asem

I grew up in a multicultural family, I am a mother of 2 girls and 1 boy and I live in Spain. I passionately advocate for Emotional wellbeing and actively pursue its implementation in educational programs and parenting styles.

Understanding our emotions allows us to embrace our humanity and connect to others from a common ground, bringing us together in magical ways. I believe every individual has innate strengths and great value to share in the world that can be discovered through conscious living; in pursuit of their essence.

Adjunct Professor at IE Center of Health & Well-being
Global Training Manager & Trainer @MINDUP.ORG
Social & Emotional Learning Expert
Co-Founder and CEO Kyan Foundation
Founder, Luminary minds
Transpersonal LifeCoach
Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator
MBSR Foundations Certification
́00BS, ́02 MA Emerson College-Boston

Favorite quote: “What you seek is seeking you” – Rumi

Lisbeth Munk Vittrup

I am Danish, living in Denmark, and a mother of two. With years of experience as an entrepreneurial consultant in organic food export and business development, I value ethics and sustainability in the entire value chain. I have developed healthy, nutrient-dense recipes for marketing organic produce.

I am passionate about personal development, meditation and self-healing through my own experiences of suffering a chronic disease (Type 1 Diabetes). My personal situation has led me to focus on conscious living, to embrace balance and the positive effect of daily meditation with colors.

Founder of Sence of Balance
Kids Yoga Instructor
Meditation Teacher Certification
Facilitator (Denmark) for Amma
Student by MRK “Soul Transformation”
Student of MBCT(Mindfulness based cognitive therapy)
Export Manager/Consultant (Danish Food Industry)
HD in Marketing, University of SDU

Favourite quote: “Strengthen the body by activity and physical expansion. The mind is strengthened and balanced in an optimal way by mental peace and rest” – Mata Amritanandamay

Lone Eidseth

I am Danish living in Spain, a mother of two, and deeply passionate about sustainable living, mindfulness, and self-healing. Growing up in a multicultural family shaped my curiosity for different perspectives, and my journey has led me through fields like export/marketing to business consulting to well-being.

My personal experience with anxiety deepened my connection to mindfulness, meditation, yoga, EQ and the power of colors. I have seen firsthand how our practices support emotional well-being, both for myself and my children. Today, I bring these experiences together to help others explore social emotional learning, creativity, and conscious living.

Founder of Wrapped in Nature
Certified in Physical Education, Kids Yoga,Yin Yoga Instructor
Cert. Emotional Intelligence Life Coach
Breath work Coach
Parenting Certificate Practitioner
Hypnotherapist (D.M.)
Cert. Color Therapist
Student of MBSR, Foundations
Cert. CTAA Therapy Acupressure
Business & Language, CBS, CPH.

Favourite quote: “It´s easier to build strong children, than to repair broken men” – Frederick Douglass

Team and Advisors

Anette Lindegaard

Existential Stress Counselor & Seminar Leader. Metacognitive Counselor & Nature Therapist.
Works holistically with consciousness 1:1 and in groups.

Facilitator of “Livets Farver Familiedag” e.g. for foster families.

Petra Mª Pérez Alonso-Geta

Professor of Theory/Anthropology of Education Department of Educational Theory and The Institute of Creativity and Educational Innovation at the University of Valencia.

Advisor during and after ERASMUS+ project.

Sara Eidseth Andersen

Food and Nutrition.

Cand. Scient. in Clinical Nutrition, University of Copenhagen.

Developer of food recipes for the book “Colors of Life Meditationstories for Children”.

Ditte Foss Fjord

Certified metacognitive stress coach, Master’s degree in Educational Psychology. 1:1 counselling for children, adolescents, and adults. Ditte has worked as an advisor at Børns Vilkår.

Facilitator of “Livets Farver Familiedag” e.g. for foster families.