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ERIC Number: EJ1342300
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 8
Abstractor: ERIC
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ISSN: ISSN-2291-7179
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Supporting Mindfulness for the Next Generation
Sisk, Dorothy A.
International Journal for Talent Development and Creativity, v9 n1-2 p99-106 Aug-Dec 2021
In a time of social and political unrest and challenge, teaching mindfulness skills to the next generation is a wise investment that will bring positive rewards to all of our futures as we become better able to meet life's challenges. Arnett (2011) said there is a growing awareness of the unique challenges faced by young people in "emerging adulthood." Arnett coined this term for young adults from ages 18 to 29. In this stage, there is a strong drive for identity development and a need to address possible life directions and careers. Mindfulness is being implemented in the schools from Pre-K-12 and a myriad of programs for emerging adults are available. This article examines successful mindfulness programs and highlights their individual approaches. What becomes apparent in reading about the various programs is the enthusiasm and vision of the individuals who planned and developed them, enriching the lives of their student participants as well as their own lives. The programs demonstrate that mindfulness practices encourage participants to experience the wonders of life in the here and now. To be aware mindfully is to open oneself to the activity of exploration and inquiry which is sorely needed by the emerging adults and all of us.
International Centre for Innovation in Education (ICIE) & Lost Prizes International (LPI). Postfach 12 40, D-89002, Ulm, Germany. Web site: http://www.ijtdc.net/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education; Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education; High Schools; Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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