Month: September 2024

“Colour, colour, which colour do you want?”

Sandhya Kaura and Sunil Kaura
Did you know that the colors around us influence our mood, learning, and overall well-being? For example, violets and blues are calming, while yellows and reds are energizing. Sandhya and Sunil write about using color strategically to enhance focus, creativity, and relaxation in different classroom areas.

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World peace follows inner peace

Dr. Jerry Jean
World peace begins with inner peace, writes Jerry Jean. If we want a more peaceful world, we must first overcome our own inner battles with anger, greed, jealousy, and fear.

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Keep calm and stay positive

Anju Dhawan
Staying calm and positive in today’s chaotic world is no easy feat, but it’s a skill worth developing. Anju Dhawan writes about practices like meditation and nature walks for mindful mornings.

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When parents drive teachers up the wall

Chintan Girish Modi
The Fabulous Mums of Champion Valley by Zarreen Khan offers a witty glimpse into the chaos teachers endure in a high-pressure school environment. Chintan Girish Modi reviews this book as a humourous commentary on the farcical side of the education system and dramatic parent-teacher meetings, as a touching reminder of the unseen struggles behind every classroom.

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Music to the rescue

C Rama Devi
A seasoned teacher turned chaos into calm using music and meditation. Rama Devi writes about maintaining a peaceful classroom and the importance of creating anger-free zones in schools. With 40 years of experience, she shares stories and insights on how teachers, students, and parents can work together to build a harmonious learning environment.

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If you can’t go outside, go inside

Bhumi Sharma
When life gets overwhelming, what if the solution was simply to look within? Bhumi Sharma writes, ‘If you can’t go outside, go inside’ – a powerful reminder to pause, breathe, and reflect – and find calm amidst chaos.

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Mindful moments for a calm life

Anshika Bedi
Finding calm in chaos isn’t about forcing meditation or calming techniques that may not suit you. For Anshika Bedi, it’s about engaging in activities that bring her joy, like exercising or even just taking a nap. Read on to find your own unique path to a calm and balanced life.

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Keep calm and create curiosity

Chatura Rao
Starting as a first-time teacher at an art and design college, Chatura Rao didn’t know what to expect in the design classroom. Engaging with students and witnessing their creativity, she learned to “keep calm and create curiosity”.

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