Halls of Learning | Spaces for Being

Halls of Learning:
Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures

OUR PROMISE: Provide a safe, welcoming and stimulating learning environment to empower children, teenagers, young adults and lifelong learners to explore, play, have fun, grow and reach their full potential.

Rooted in the possibility of a positive future for humanity and cultural exchanges between the peoples of the Earth, the Halls of Learning offer safe, welcoming and stimulating spaces to children, teenagers, young adults and lifelong learners where they feel respected, heard, valued and empowered to achieve optimal growth while having fun in a positive collaborative environment. Learners benefit from tailored learning and development that matches their interests, strengths, skills and higher purpose. They have the opportunity to increase their knowledge, do what they love and have a meaningful and joyful learning experience, balanced with the needs of their personal and family lives. At Halls of Learning, we consider the physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual needs of people. Learners are encouraged to be physically active, as regular exercise causes the body to produce endorphins that relieve stress and pain and improve physical and mental health.

“That’s what I want for my children and many others in the world who see virtue and magic in it. I see this way of thinking as one way of enabling far greater balance between learning and living, between linear thinking and nature-based artistic creativity.”

– Dr. Charles E. Smith, Ph.D., Highly Experienced Futurist, Author and Executive Coach

Community Centers dedicated to Playful Learning and Self-Improvement

THE CHALLENGE

From an early age, children are trained to sit at their desk, keep quiet and listen to the teacher. The education system is based on learning and memorizing information by heart. Many online sources and books covering a wide range of subjects contain misinformation. The standardization of the education system prevents children from discovering and exploring their unique individual talents, passions and higher purpose, and from developing their full potential. The education system emphasizes competition and performance at all costs. People are indoctrinated into believing the mainstream narrative without questioning its veracity. They repeat the information they are given without confirming the validity of the source. People have lost the ability to think for themselves and exercise critical thinking. This leads a majority of individuals to adopt a ‘fixed’ worldview focused on respect, obedience, good manners and good behavior, and to see the world as a dangerous place full of threats. This results in increased polarization (extremes views and/or erosion of a more moderate center), deep divisions, gut-level disagreements and conflicts.

GAPS & OPPORTUNITIES

Many people no longer want to send their children into traditional schools. Alternative learning approaches (e.g., Montessori method of education, Waldorf educational model, etc.) are gaining in popularity. The needs of homeschooling families are not being met. There is a growing desire to bring the learning environment closer to the natural world (e.g., forest schools). There is an opportunity to encourage individuals to place greater emphasis on independence, self-reliance, curiosity and consideration in order to develop a ‘fluid’ worldview and to view the world as a safe place to explore.

THE SOLUTION

Promote an educational approach based on play, fun, exploration, learning, growth, fulfillment and achievement. Instill the core values of respect, kindness, empathy, compassion and unconditional love. Foster a culture of cooperation, unity and service to others based on curiosity, generous listening, committed speaking and coachability. Take into account the different facets of the multidimensional human being (physical, emotional, mental and spiritual bodies). Promote intergenerational mentorship, coaching and apprenticeship to transfer knowledge and experience. Provide access to advanced computer and holographic technologies so that learners can explore topics of interest at their own pace through an extensive Internet database providing access to a vast source of information and knowledge. Encourage and support cultural exchange programs between students from different countries.

BENEFITS

Develop a culture of dialogue, mutual understanding and support, cooperation, unity and service to others. Instill the core values of respect, kindness, openness, empathy, compassion and unconditional love. Train new generations of self-reliant and self-sufficient human beings. People will do what they love and be aligned with their interests, passions, skills and higher purpose. People will have a better understanding of the big picture and their place in it, and understand the ‘Why?’ (i.e., why they get up each morning to go to school, work, etc.). Increased interest and respect by youth for their elders, leading to mutual understanding, support, coaching, mentoring and learning. Optimal process of self-improvement and self-realization through play, fun, exploration, learning, growth, fulfillment and achievement. Optimal learning, information processing, cognition, and memory with Gamma brainwaves (frequency range: 40 to 100 Hz), which serve as a link to our senses to process new information, and are involved in the processing of more complex tasks in addition to healthy cognitive function. Increased cultural exchanges, mutual understanding and support, cooperation and trade between the peoples of the Earth.

15 Steps to a Happy Life

Children today face numerous challenges in their development, ranging from societal pressures to personal struggles. In a world filled with distractions and uncertainties, it can be overwhelming for them to navigate their way towards a bright future. However, these 15 simple guidelines offer a beacon of hope and guidance.

By embodying values such as kindness, respect, truthfulness, and caring, children can cultivate a strong foundation for their personal growth and interactions with others. Encouraging them to tap into their intuition, practice forgiveness, and approach life with curiosity and courage can empower them to overcome obstacles and embrace new possibilities.

These guidelines not only foster individual well-being but also promote a sense of empathy, cooperation, and open-mindedness, which are essential for creating a harmonious and thriving community. Through these principles, children can transform into better human beings, equipped with the resilience and wisdom needed to navigate the complexities of life and shape a brighter future for themselves and those around them.

Here are 15 simple guidelines that can lead YOU (and children) to a bright future:

Be kind, respectful, truthful and caring.
Everything is energy, and it starts with YOU.
Start from nothing, where everything is possible.
Break free from limiting beliefs, expectations and attachments.
Give up control and go with the flow.
Ask yourself: “How am I being with myself and others?”
Practice silence and listen generously.
Trust your gut feelings and follow your intuition.
Do not succumb to anger, hate and cruelty.
Forgive and love yourself and others.
Observe with curiosity and attention to wonder and awe.
Find what’s missing, which if it were present, would make a big difference.
Search for solutions in the opposite direction of where you are already looking.
Adventure into the unknown with courage and determination.
Be open to new possibilities which can transform your life for the better.