Holistic Development Reviewer
Holistic Development is a comprehensive approach in learning which aims to develop multiple facets or abilities of a human brain. Conventional educational systems focus on intellectual capabilities only, while holistic growth encompasses physical capabilities, intellectual abilities, cognitive abilities, emotional abilities, and social skills.
Adolescence is a crucial period that bridges childhood to adulthood, occurring between the ages of 15-21. This stage is characterized by excitement and challenges.
The Various Aspects of Holistic Development:
- Physiological or the physical attributes including the five senses.
- Cognitive or the intellectual functions of the mind: thinking, recognizing, reasoning, analyzing, projecting, synthesizing, recalling, and assessing.
- Psychological or how thinking, feeling, and behaving interact in a person.
- Social or how an individual interacts with others or groups.
- Spiritual or the attributes of consciousness and beliefs, including values and virtues that give meaning to life.
The word "holistic" derives from the Greek "holos", meaning "whole". Holism emphasizes the importance of the whole while recognizing that the parts are interdependent.
Key Concepts:
- Physical: Life consists of more than our bodies; bodies are seen as the "garage of the soul." — Wayne Dyer
- Spiritual: The spirit is the soul, the real YOU. It needs nourishment and guides you through intuition. Intuition is seen as God communicating with you.
- Mental: Concerned with the mind, including the thinking process and awareness. Tools and information are available to affect mental status. Affirmations and goal setting can direct the mind.
- Emotional: Emotional health is crucial for a harmonious life. All aspects of personal development are interdependent and form a holistic unity in life.
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