In this week's episode we talk about School and Rules and how to support our children, no matter what style of education they experience. We discuss helping them navigate schooling systems based on punishments and rewards and how we can support them to stay connected to who they really are.

[2.10] Decolonisation and our education system

[5:40] Navigating our current school system

[9.00] A new vision for education

[12.05] Supporting our children to not internalise the behaviour of others

[13.30] Getting clear on our deep desire for schooling with our kids

[19.00] Separations and rules in organisations

[22.00] Prioritising children's emotional wellbeing

[26.15] The bigger picture of schooling and socialisation

[30.00] Helping children unpack their day and release feelings

[34.10] Seeing the growth and learning in all choices we make

[36.40] Different styles of learning

[41.10] Slow shifts that are happening in our education system

[45.00] Progressive education and what we need to learn

[47.40] Practical tools to help children process kindergarten and school

[54.30] Supporting ourselves and our children to follow their passions

[57.00] Advocating for our children

This week’s invitation:

1. Do you have a ‘Yes’ for reflecting on your own schooling experiences? What did you really enjoy? What did you not enjoy? How can you listen to those younger parts of you? Does it support you to do anything different with your children?

2. Trusting your child’s journey and trusting yourself and your ability to help them navigate it.

Resources:

www.woodlineprimary.com.au

Alfie Kohn - https://www.alfiekohn.org/books/

The Compassionate Classroom - https://www.amazon.com/Compassionate-Classroom-Relationship-Teaching-Learning/dp/1892005069

Peter Gray - https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/experts/peter-gray-phd

John Taylor Gatto - https://www.amazon.com/Dumbing-Down-Curriculum-Compulsory-Anniversary/dp/0865714487

Marshall Rosenberg - https://www.amazon.com.au/Non-Violent-Communication-Language-Marshall-Rosenberg/dp/1892005034

Marshall Rosenberg - Life-Enriching Education

Marshall Rosenberg - Teaching Children Compassionately

 

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Sending you much love, compassion and grace in your parenting journey.

x

Lael and Marion