“We have a cultural notion that if children were not engineered, if we did not manipulate them, they would grow up as beasts in the field. This is the wildest fallacy in the world.” - Joseph Chilton Pearce
The Pillars of our “Curriculum”
Connection before correction.
Collaboration not control.
Communication and consistency.
In today’s article, we’d love to share with you the backbone of our learning philosophy by diving into the ten pillars of our curriculum. Keep in mind that our curriculum essentially functions as a parenting guide, a lifestyle description, and a watered-down list of what we strive for as humans on Earth. It’s ever-evolving and grows with our family over time. Each pillar has different applications based on age.
Stay tuned for future articles that dig into the HOW!
# 1 CONNECTION
Connection is the cornerstone of all aspects of health.
Connection through a secure attachment to [a] primary caregiver(s).
Connection through healthy, growing interpersonal relationships.
Connection with animals, plants, and Mother Earth.
Spiritual connection and sense of oneness.
Community mindset.
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