The phenomenon of gun violence within our schools has become so prevalent the imminent threat of death and injury for our students and teachers has created its own side-effects–reminiscent of the Cold War. Ducking under desks to survive a nuclear bomb was an obvious form of ineffectual training utilized in the schools when I was a child. It was an absurd response to excessive violence – seeking shelter. The fear of encountering a dangerous snake while growing up in SE Texas when walking the woods was mitigated by the accepted attitude of, “First one bitten, second one warning, third one run.” This attitude of sacrifice must be healed. This is indicative of a long history of societal trauma; The concept that someone will have to die or get hurt so that others may live.
While working at the level of politics and justice seems like the best idea publicly, we don’t have 40-50 years to affect the laws that govern public health & safety. The speed and frequency at which our children are dying and our lives are threatened in our educational institutions is absurd. We cannot wait for the government to solve this. We must take action in our schools today. In addition, we must secure the well-being of all personnel serving our children.
I am not here to complain. I am here to help in the way I understand.
I offer you the formation of a team that works directly with your school’s personnel and students to accomplish the following:
1) Educate on the following topics:
Emotional Intelligence/Awareness
Right use of Language
Interpretation/Clarification Techniques
Biological Signs of Mental-Emotional Instability
Speech Patterns
Outer Appearances
Dietary/Consumptive Behaviors
Wellness/Wholeness Techniques
Breathwork
Mindfulness
Art Therapy/Creative Channels of Expression
Physical Outlets/Applied Kinesiology
Social Stressors
Home/Family
Intimacy/Partnerships/Friendships
Global Economy/Future/Work
Purpose/Contribution/Support
Conflict Resolution/Negotiation Techniques
Hostage Negotiation
Disarming an Attacker
Problem-Solving/Scene Assessment Techniques for a High Conflict Environments
2) Create a permanent Point of Contact for safely:
Addressing concerns about fellow students/staff
Welcoming individuals experiencing socially deviant thoughts to reach out and self-identify prior to harming others