It’s a typical situation in any school across our nation. Students make fun of each, mock and taunt, then there’s some pushing and perhaps even a fight. Then, the students are sent to the detention. Many experts are now starting to question this practice, as it does not look as if it resolves anything. Now, one school tries a different approach. Instead of detention, the staff will try to deploy a practice of mediation. The main idea is that these routines eliminate frustration and stress, leading to much more mellow atmosphere.
Key Takeaways:
- Robert W. Coleman Elementary is as likely to have bullies and name-callers as any other school. However, it also has a meditation room.
- The room is called the “Mindful Moment” room. The room is bright and cheery and aimed to calm, rather than polarize or create a feeling of shunning or shame.
- There are purple floor cushions. There are also yoga mats for stretching and deep breathing. The air is redolent of fragrant essential oils.
“More important, staff say, they build an ability to be mindful and calm. And in the face of so much adversity, some of these children are coming out ahead.”
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2016/11/04/health/meditation-in-schools-baltimore/index.html
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