Why Peaceful Touch?
Need
Could there be an antidote to the violence we see every day in our world? Could it actually begin on the individual level? Could it begin with you and me, and with our children? Healthy touch between any two individuals can open doors to deep communication and understanding. Could we relearn the ancient wisdom of touch and "institutionalize" its most beneficial practice? We challenge you to consider Peaceful Touch as a tool to do just that.
Intention
While Peaceful Touch is an approach to use with children ages 3 through 8, there is no denying that the benefits reach into families and communities and cultures. Hans Axelson, the founder of Axelsons Institute in Stockholm where Peaceful Touch work originated, is very clear of his intention to "start a Peaceful Touch revolution."
Effectiveness
Teachers who integrate Peaceful Touch into their classrooms know that the approach addresses many day to day needs of teachers: classroom management, group bonding, fostering individuality and creativity. Stay tuned for both research and anecdotal evidence as Peaceful Touch spreads in North America.
Price Tag
The Peaceful Touch project accepts the challenge to bring training to preschool and elementary school staffs as well as college Early Childhood Education programs whatever their funding resources may be. We want to launch this program in North America and let Peaceful Touch prove itself as it has for fifteen years in Sweden..