How to be well in school?
In this article we will present to you several solutions, coming directly from the pedagogical tradition of the last century.
But not only that!
You can also discover how the Educational Yoga, a method innovative and revolutionary pedagogical, which combines the ancient wisdoms of yoga with the latest discoveries in the fields of pedagogical, psychological e biomedical, can foster a more peaceful school environment.
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What does it mean to be well in school?
Being well in school involves creating an environment where the well-being individual feeds that collective, e vice versa.
When each student feels safe, valued e an integral part of the school community, it establishes dynamics positive that improve learning and interpersonal relationships.
So, well-being in school starts from the inner well-being of each child and, at the same time, the inner well-being depends on theenvironment in which the child finds himself or herself.
When children feel at their comfortable e supported, they are more likely to actively participate in school activities, a cooperate with peers and to respect the common rules.
Be proactive e involved in the learning process does not mean limiting oneself to listening passive of lectures, but includes the sharing of ideas, the group work and the personally contributing to school projects.
In fact, a school environment that promotes active participation encourages children to express their opinions and to feel part of a community.
These are all elements that contribute contribute to both individual and collective well-being: several studies have shown that thesocial interaction is crucial for cognitive development, demonstrating that learning together with others not only enriches the individual knowledge, but also strengthens social ties.
Building a positive school environment therefore requires an integrated approach that promotes inner well-being, the collaboration, the respect mutual andempathy.
These, as we shall see, are some of the benefits of educational yoga!
When students are encouraged to explore, experiment e build knowledge in an active way, a context is created where individual and collective well-being feed off each other ., leading to an inclusive and harmonious.
Let’s see what are the main characteristics that an educational system must have in order to make its pupils feel good!
Active participation
Most of the pedagogists of the last century have affirmed theenormous power of participation in the field education.
Mary Montessori, for example, firmly believed in the importance of participation active. Their educational methodology was based on the idea that children they learn best when they are actively involved in their learning environment. This approach allows students to Develop autonomy and responsibility, as well as improving their social skills.
In fact, when students are actively involved in educational and social activities, they feel more motivated e responsible of their own learning, creating a more dynamic and collaborative.
La active participation stimulates the curiosity, the interest e the commitment, key elements for a effective learning and for the development of essential social skills as the communication and the ability to work in a team.
Fostering proactivity
Directly related to active participation, we find the proactivity.
Being proactive means anticipating needs and taking initiatives, fundamental aspects of dynamic and engaging learning. The problem is that proactivity, more often than not, Is not an innate natural fact: students need to be encouraged.
In fact, when students are encouraged to explore new ideas, ask questions e find solutions to problems, develop greater autonomy e self-esteem. In this way, they will be ready for both face the challenges of life, both to feel good about themselves.
Promoting proactivity in the classroom will improve not only individual learning, but also theschool environment, making it more collaborative e inclusive. Proactive students propose ideas, help comrades e take the initiative in group projects, developing numerous skills social.
In short, an educational approach that encourages proactivity stimulates curiosity and interest in school subjects, while also promoting critical thinking and creativity.
Living in a common environment
Living a common environment means sharing spaces and experiences that foster inclusion and cohesion. When students interact in a respectful and collaborative environment, a sense of membership e community. This strengthens interpersonal relationships and promotes a positive classroom climate.
Establishing clear and shared rules helps create an environment where each student feels valued e listened to. La cooperation and mutual respect are fundamental to building a cohesive school community.
A common environment also fosters the development of social skills crucial skills, such as the ability to resolve conflicts peacefully and working together toward common goals. Students living in a collaborative environment participate actively and support one another, creating a virtuous cycle of collective well-being.
Now let’s see how Educational Yoga can realize these characteristics, promoting being well in schools!
Why can Educational Yoga make you feel good in school?
Educational Yoga transforms the school environment into a space for harmonious growth, where each student finds balance and serenity. Inspired by the principles of Oki Do Yoga, it integrates different practices of yoga for Cultivate calmness and presence to self. In this way, it fosters the creation of an serene atmosphere that facilitates learning and emotional well-being.
For example, through the group exercises, Educational Yoga promotes collaboration and mutual respect, teaching students to work together, in harmony, and to develop a strong sense of belonging.
This encouragesempathy, which enables students to better understand their own and others’ emotions. The result is an environment inclusive e supportive, a prerequisite for doing well in school!
In addition, thehands-on approach of yoga makes learning an experience engaging and meaningful.
Students, in fact, can directly experience the various benefits, resulting in increase in involvement and motivation.
But that’s not all! Even educators derive benefit from Yoga Educational, through the acquisition of important tools that will allow them to enter into relationship with children.
In short, Educational Yoga fosters the creation of a cohesive and positive school community. Learn more about this revolutionary method by reading The Principles of Educational Yoga!
Let’s see how, in detail!
Promotes calmness and awareness
Educational Yoga is a method that promotes calm and awareness, two essential components for creating an environment school serene.
Through the practices of breathing conscious, visualization, meditation e targeted asanas, adapted to different ages, children learn to manage stress better and the emotions. This approach not only improves the ability to concentrate but also theemotional balance of students, making them more calm e present in the moment.
These exercises are fundamental to create a “calm sea” inner, where students can reflect e listen to themselves quietly.
In fact, regularly practicing Educational Yoga helps to develop a calm and conscious mindset, which is positively reflected in daily interactions among students and with teachers.
This, inevitably, results in the creation of a climate of mutual respect and understanding: when students are plus calm e knowledgeable, are also more open and empathic toward their mates, please positive interpersonal relationships e increasing the sense of belonging.
Promotes healthy collaboration
Educational Yoga is an excellent tool for promote healthy collaboration among students.
In fact, through practices such as the initial circle, the dumping game, the massage and the couple asanas, students learn to interact in a way that is respectful and cooperative:
- the initial circle e final is a moment of sharing that establishes a climate of openness and respect. In this space, students can express their thoughts and feelings, listen to others, and create a sense of community. The circle promotes open communication and mutual respect, which are fundamental for healthy collaboration;
- the exhaust game is a dynamic activity that allows students to release excess energy in a positive and controlled manner. This type of play not only helps reduce stress and tension but also encourages cooperation and teamwork, as children must collaborate to complete the activities;
- the massage is a practice that helps develop body awareness and mutual respect. When children massage each other, they learn to perceive the boundaries and needs of others, creating a sense of trust and intimacy. This type of activity fosters greater empathy and understanding among classmates;
- the couple asanas are yoga poses performed in collaboration with a partner. These activities require trust, communication, and coordination, as children must work together to maintain balance and complete the poses. Partner asanas strengthen the bonds between students and teach them the importance of mutual support.
Promotes mutual respect
A key component of Educational Yoga is the development ofempathy. Through the massage, the initial and final circle, visualization and discharge games, students learn to be more aware of their own emotions and those of others.
This increase in emotional awareness helps them to better understand feelings and needs of their peers, promoting an attitude of respect and understanding.
Allows for hands-on learning
Educational Yoga facilitates a learning practice e engaging, making the school environment a dynamic where theory e practice are intertwine harmoniously.
This approach offers students theopportunity of directly apply what they learn, which makes theeducation more meaningful and, above all, effective.
Practical learning, in fact, stimulates interest and curiosity of students, involving them actively in the educational process. Instead of merely receiving passively information, students are encouraged to explore, experiment e reflect on their experiences.
This experiential learning method helps to consolidate the knowledge acquired, making them part integral of their understanding of the world.
In this way, you get acomprehensive educational experience, which takes into account the physical, emotional and cognitive aspects of the students: a holistic approach that not only promotes academic learning, but also the general well-being of students, promoting the growth harmonious e balanced.
Promotes educator's personal preparation
Educational Yoga is based on the idea that to effectively guide students, the educator must first embark on a own path of growth and learning. In fact, only in this way will they be able to adopt an attitude puerocentric: only after having questioned will be able to put the child at the center and accompany him in its growth path.
This process is based on the concepts of Kenkyo e Mikkyo.
Kenkyo, Japanese for “humility,” implies that educators should be open tocontinuous learning. This involves participating in training courses, observe and learn from the experiences of other teachers, and accept that there is always room for improvement.
Educators must constantly challenge themselves., adapting and improving their educational approach according to the needs of students.
Mikkyo, translated as “secret teachings,” stresses the importance of a regular personal practice. Educators must not limit themselves to the physical practice of yoga but also engage in the meditation, in reflection personal reflection and in study of the philosophical and spiritual principles of yoga. This personal practice enriches the educator, enabling him or her to deeply understand and experience the benefits of yoga, making its teaching more authentic and effective.
In addition to the serenity of the outdoor and indoor environment, only with the help of a trained educator is it possible to be comfortable in school!
Bottom line.
If you have come this far, you have been able to find out how to be well in school and the effectiveness of Educational Yoga in that regard!
If you aspire to become a yoga teacher, the Educational Yoga course, recognized by MIUR, is the ideal choice for your training: visit the page dedicated to the courses to become a teacher of Educational Yoga or read our guide how to become a teacher of Yoga for children!
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Get to know the authors!
A certified instructor of Oki do Yoga, with a master’s degree in “Yoga Studies” from the University of Venice, she is an adjunct lecturer of the advanced training course “Educational Yoga at School” at the University of Padua.
Co-Founder and President of Ssd “Educational Yoga.”
Holding a Ph.D. in Pedagogical, Educational and Training Sciences from the University of Padua. The doctoral thesis focused on the training of trainers in Educational Yoga.
Docent of the advanced training course “Yoga Educativo a scuola.” the Advanced Training Course at UniPd was conceived by the founders of Yoga Educativo, together with Director Prof. Luca Agostinetto.
Co-founder and vice president of Ssd “Educational Yoga.”
