People often mistake mindfulness for an activity that is limited to sitting quietly and meditating but that is only one of many ways to access and practice mindfulness.

One of the most important activities for kids in early childhood is creative play. It refers to when children engage in using familiar materials in a new or unique way, when they engage in role-playing and imaginative play. Creative play can also be expanded to include movement and performance-based activities and games.

Time perspective refers to the relative focus we place on the past, present, and future time frames (TP; Zimbardo and Boyd 1999). The perception of time is an important aspect of young children’s daily lives and is influenced by a range of elements.

Most cultures have a common understanding of creativity. If we did not have creativity, we wouldn’t have a society in the first place, because societies are also human innovations. It makes sense that creativity is directly associated to our sustainability as a species. So if creativity is necessary to our survival (and overall wellbeing), how can we understand how to access it and apply it in our everyday life?

A way to help youth combat the negative psychological and physical impacts of the pandemic is to provide a safe space and guidance to access and cultivate wisdom.

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Through visual arts and performance (e.g. yoga, meditation, contemporary performance) methods youth have an opportunity to discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values. Moreover, when an individual expresses themself, they have a chance to learn about who they are and where they come from. Additionally, the creative expression and actions of one individual can benefit cultures by demonstrating how to communicate in a variety of ways that introduce diversity and inclusion of others.

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With the pandemic, climate change, gun violence, teacher burn-out, and education funding issues, children and adolescents are experiencing an unprecedented amount of stress and uncertainty about the world and society we live in. Feeling a lack of agency and hopelessness can slowly impact even the most balanced child if we don't pay close attention to our children.

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