I was initiated into mindfulness from a young age by my parents who meditated every day. Dropping into stillness in our family was as normal as speaking, listening to music, singing and dancing. On Sundays, my younger brother and I attended the children's Philosophy School. We practised … [Read more...]
Cultivating an attitude of thankfulness and gratitude within your school.
How can we create an attitude of gratitude and share this with the children in our schools? A free expression of gratitude is born out of a loving connection. It grows from children feeling understood and appreciating kindness. Genuine thankfulness When I arrived at a friends house earlier … [Read more...]
What’s your greatest gift?
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. The tree is decorated, the turkey has been ordered and my home is ready to receive guests. The children have completed their concerts and nativity plays. The school term has ended and there’s a sense of anticipation and feeling of excitement in our … [Read more...]
Through children’s eyes
What kind of world is it my friend that little children see? I wonder if they see God first because they just believe? Do they see strength in caring eyes who watch them as they play - or maybe love through gentle hands that guide them on their way? Do children dream of future times when … [Read more...]
7 expressions of love in relationships
What is your experience of love? Do you think of your partner; your children; your mother; a friend? Do you remember past hurts, current joys? A while ago I wrote a blog entitled: It's all about love or the lack thereof, I made reference to the 7 expressions the Ancient Greeks used to … [Read more...]
Set for less stress during lunchtime in a pre-school
In this Stockholm Pre-School, the children know when the restaurant is open and when they feel hungry, they sign themselves out of their group area to go and eat. They choose what food they would like, how much they want and where they would like to sit Some of the staff eat lunch in the … [Read more...]
Why is empathy a vital competency for leaders?
Have you ever found yourself in situations at work that blur the lines of professional interaction with your colleagues? Some managers face the challenge of empathizing with upset colleagues but struggle to address their performance later on. During my leadership and management courses, … [Read more...]
What does empathy have to do with social change?
I was on a travelling from the Greek island of Agistri to Athens. Sitting in the cafeteria, writing my notes in preparation for an online session about the power of empathy. One of my travelling companions asked: Aren't we all empathic? Companion: "What type of people will attend a session … [Read more...]
It’s all about love or the lack of it
“Big realization today — it’s either all about love or the lack thereof it…” This was the written message, I read a few days ago, that inspired me to write. What is Love? Is love an energy that is created by us? Does love exist in its own right? Do animals feel love? Can we love anyone? Is … [Read more...]
Education tour Sweden- freedom and responsibility
This year's education tour to Sweden is complete. We had a wonderful time seeing old friends and making new acquaintances. We share our culture, our humanness and our passion for pre-school education for young children. I met my friend and colleague, Annika Sparrdal Mantilla 6 years ago. We both … [Read more...]
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