Compassion in the Curriculum

Education, the cornerstone of progress, prepares us for a constantly changing world. Yet, in our fast-paced society, competitiveness often overshadows compassion, especially in childhood. This relentless pressure can stifle creativity and joy in learning. Here, we explore how integrating compassion into the curriculum can foster a thriving learning environment for all. The current education system…

Incorporating compassion into the curriculum involves integrating compassion-focused teaching and learning practices within educational settings. This approach emphasizes fostering emotional intelligence, empathy, kindness, and understanding in students alongside traditional academic subjects, aiming to create a more supportive, inclusive, and emotionally healthy learning environment. The integration of compassion in education is not only beneficial for students’…

Since change is inevitable, we plan ahead to face the challenges of tomorrow based on the present and education prepares us for that. Among a world of angst, competitiveness and worries, the society we live requires us to have a compassionate view in imparting learning where the arrows of competition puntures relaxed childhood. This is especially a trend seen in…

According to Yeager and Dweck (2012) one of the challenges of implementing interventions that result in a mindset change is that the interventions need to be customized to address the mindsets of students of a given age and in a given context. At the same time, to implement these contemplative practices, we need a thorough…

Davidson et al. (2012) highlight the individual differences in how students respond to and recover from stress. I can personally relate to this, being highly sensitive to stress and struggling with major exams due to pre-exam insomnia and anxiety. This is common in China, where the importance of the college entrance exam (gaokao) creates immense…

Bringing Kindness into the Classroom: Learning About Emotions Learning to be kind and understanding is super important. As teachers, we want to help kids understand their feelings and be good friends. This is called Social Emotional Learning (SEL). It can be tricky, especially when we have students with special needs, like autism. But with some…

In the dynamic landscape of education, the role of teachers extends far beyond imparting knowledge; they are stewards of growth, both academically and personally. Positive Teacher Leadership (PTL) emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering a culture of well-being and growth within educational communities. At the forefront of this movement is Sabre Cherkowski, a visionary…

Through navigating the differences between my schooling in Canada and Sri Lanka, I have realized how important it is for teachers to act as “beacons in the storm” for their pupils (Brackett, Rivers, & Salovey, 2019). My experience as an international student in Canada has been enlightened by the presence of educators who prioritize creating…

“I wanted you to see what real courage is, instead of getting the idea that courage is a man with a gun in his hand. It’s when you know you’re licked before you begin but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what. You rarely win, but sometimes you do.”(Lee,1999, p.51) This…

Jennings outlines how mindfulness can support educators in schools by decreasing their stress, empowering them to manage their emotions, and promoting their overall wellness. Teachers may experience burnout from the pressures of effectively managing their classes and meeting the needs of their students. According to Jennings, “incorporating mindfulness into their lives can help teachers in…