Happy January! As we begin this new year, my contemplation has been around our time of extremes, of extraordinary possibility and the many individuals who are more inspired than ever to make significant culture changes
I had the good fortune to attend this year’s Courageous Conversations with Inner Strength’s Board Member Leashia Lewis. Leasha is the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director for Athletics at Villanova University and has a deep knowledge of
by Amelia Mraz We had the pleasure of running workshops at The Youth Power Summit, an event focused on empowering youth to be the change they want to see in the world. Organized by PA State
Before mindfulness After mindfulness chill by Amelia Mraz This year at Lankenau High School for Environmental Sciences we’re continuing our mini-retreats. We meet with students twice a year for a long morning class, right at
We are so happy to be back in the classroom after the long summer hiatus. This Fall, we are working with students at Bartram, Bodine, Carver,
Inner Strength has measured our impact empirically since 2015. This year, under a study approved by the Institutional Review Board and School District of Philadelphia’s Office of Research, we have continued to measure the impact of
Restorative practice magazine, supplemental reading for the 2-day convention. As social-emotional learning becomes more mainstream, restorative practices in schools grow in popularity. On July 10th we took the opportunity to learn more about the implementation
Wellness Space at Youth United for Change (YUC) Designing a wellness space for youth is a delicate task. Program coordinator and Facilitator Jai Thompson has worked to design a nourishing wellness space with Youth United
Success at CAPA with Jai, Amelia, and Neanta Creativity As A Means to Inspire Mindfulness Creativity is mindful. Our favorite tools to impart mindfulness involve creativity and curiosity. Ms. Kane, a teacher of women’s and
Last month, we also had the privilege and opportunity to join the school district’s Office of School Climate and Culture (OSCC) gathering to help weave contemplative practices throughout the 2-days, providing insight into how to
