I was once a part of the SFK team and I saw first hand its lessons' positive impact on children. Parents would share how the lessons improved not only their children's emotional intelligence, but theirs too. Some parents even took it to the next level and became SFK facilitators/educators.
"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men." - Frederick Douglass,
With all the chaos that surround the world today, I'd love to see more children take SFK lessons.
More power, SFK team!
Since 2018, I have been teaching these programs in public schools in Lima, Peru, and I feel deeply blessed to continue being a channel for SFK. I hope many more children can benefit in the future. Each shared experience and each achieved milestone reinforce my commitment to this wonderful mission. Seeing the growth and joy in the children is a constant reminder of the importance and positive impact of what we do.
The SFK lessons not only teach life skills to children but also help them foster healthy interactions through empathy, improving their conflict resolution skills. I have witnessed how these lessons help them develop their self-esteem and face challenges with a positive attitude.
These lessons are also beneficial for school teachers, as they allow them to learn new vocabulary and then integrate those concepts into their regular classes. This process of mutual learning strengthens the educational environment and enriches the development of all participants. Personally, these lessons help me shine and connect with my inner child, making each session not only educational but also fun and engaging for the kids.
SFK is a gift to the world.
Their vision is wonderful and inspiring.
I studied because I love working with children, and as a mother of three, I wanted to ensure that I included spirituality as a core of my children's education.
This program is more for kids who can read and has still been valuable for my younger children. I have 4 year old twins and they are recognizing their true voice and taking control. Not all the time of course, but they are recognizing this.
The power we give our kids to have the tools, to know the rules, and to play to win in the game of life is invaluable.
We want our kids to be happy, and yes, we want success for sure; we want achievement; we want many things, but I can say I want them to be fulfilled and happy; this is the tool.
It applies to everyone. Don't be deceived by the world's spirituality. This has nothing to do with religion or rigidity; it is like a universal language of love and sincere kindness.
This is the most fundamental education we can give to our new generation of love, unity, togetherness, and dignity for every single human being.
This is how we raise our human kindness.
I've started SFK classes last year to become a facilitator and since then I have become more and more aware of myself. Knowing what are my needs and desires, I'm step by step getting control over my emotions. The activities are adapted to all ages and very pleasant. You get to have fun while learning deep truths. It is very enlightening.
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**To the staff of SFK,**
I appreciate SFK a lot and am grateful for this unique program.
It helps children from an early age to open their minds and hearts.
It helps them to develop an awareness of the rules of the game of life.
The WORDS are perfectly chosen: they are universal in explaining our Light and Love being.
Developing the qualities of our Light-Love nature is a lifelong process.
Equally important is to observe oneself, to discover their emotional states, and to welcome and accept every aspect of themselves.
To listen to what is alive inside them, including the little voice—whether it's right or wrong—is the foundation of life.
Children learn to love themselves,
to be autonomous,
to open up to
their light and
Love potential,
and to understand that they are the creators of their lives with responsibility.
These are the keys to health,
well-being, and peace.
Thanks and respect for the SFK initiative.
**Monique Versailles**
Facilitator, 2024.
I must improve especially in patience, discernment, and a neutral attitude: no judgment of myself or others.
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In 2019, I was a facilitator for SKF programs for school-aged children from vulnerable populations in Lima, Peru. This experience not only allowed me to guide the children in discovering their inner light and recognizing their inherent goodness, but also helped me connect with my true essence and, through example, be a role model for these children who lacked communication skills and social development. Even though several years have passed, I have met some of these children who are now teenagers, and they have not forgotten Ary. They remember that the most important thing is their inner light and to reflect it outward, as well as the principles of cause and effect.
If I had the opportunity to facilitate these programs again, I would do it a thousand times over.
Having devoted a majority of my 40+ years in education either teaching SEL to Colorado students, teachers and parents, or writing SEL curriculum for schools, I was delighted to come across a new (to me) fun and motivating online curriculum designed for middle elementary – early mid-school aged kids that seemed to blend fundamental SEL pedagogy with a non-denominational approach to spirituality. Wow!! I had been searching for a way to build a deeper understanding of what being connected to each other and our world really means for kids, and here it was in SFK’s Level One Program: Winning the Game of Life! I went through all the lessons in both levels and was impressed with the thoroughness, creativity and thoughtful approach to the development of positive social interactions, emotional awareness/regulation and exploration of that deeper spiritual resonance within us.
I student-tested the Level One program during the last two weeks of the 2024 school year when a student I was working with was about to be expelled from our Colorado K-8 Charter School for repeated defiance, classroom disruption and violent behavior. As the SEL Specialist, I advocated for abbreviated days (to the end of school) with me using the SFK Level 1 curriculum for 90 minutes each day with him instead of expulsion. Once I obtained permission from his parents, and we figured out his schedule (with no classroom contact), our administration gave their blessing. Although our timetable was not how this curriculum was designed, my student enjoyed watching the videos and doing the activities and projects. I continually assessed and retaught key concepts as needed, and at the end of the two weeks, the student not only positively evaluated the program, but also his learning through a PowerPoint presentation to administration. I do not know if he will be returning to our school for this next school year, but I am hopeful that if he does, he will have a better concept of the importance of self-awareness, self-respect and connecting with others through kindness and compassion. I am thankful that SFK came into my life when it did and expect to use it with students in the future.
Swords Free Course was amazing! I loved it! Kids loved it!
I took the story from this course and created a yoga class for kids and then followed the activities and prompts that go with this course and I was amazed by the response the kids had. They were engaged and reveled their inner wisdom and compassion
Even parents and teachers who participated were self-reflecting and expressing themselves
Can’t wait to learn more from this program
For the past two decades, I've been deeply engaged with SFK, and my journey as both an SEL Educator and a former 1st-grade teacher has led me to witness its profound impact firsthand. In all my years, I've never encountered a program as transformative and enduring as SFK. It can instill lasting and permanent change in the lives of children and entire families. I wholeheartedly believe that SFK should be an integral part of every school curriculum and child-focused organization, as its benefits are truly invaluable.
I love the SFK programs! Their programs and free resources are easy to understand and very relatable. They also have fun and easy-to-follow family activities. Their parenting resources have helped me improve my relationship with my three sons. Thank you, SFK, for helping me become a better parent!
SFK is a genuine program that triggers the marvel sleeping inside of children. It enlightens both parents and children on how to win in the game of life. Having children that are constantly honing their skills in various areas of life and learning how to cope with life challenges is a cornerstone for revolution. Likewise, having parents who gradually become more attentive, gentle and kind to their children will largely impact the life of children. A Role model position will definitely take place in parents behaviors. Our BI-Language Institute was priviledged to collaborate with SFK for a larger outreach in Benin !
We have particularly enjoyed hosting this program in our Institute thanks to Pascale Melona Sossah. With such great educational skills she had in store for kids, around 20 young and adult kids were brought to discover the other challenging and spiritual side of life shaped in a game format thanks to the impressive online program of SFK.
The training was quite interactive and easy to unfold so much to our delight. It was a new experience for most kids. They have never attended such an online program of that kind before. Our Language institute was happy to see how Pascale had mixed English and French to the benefit of our kids and on our request. The idea was to accustom them to break language barriers at an early stage because they are French natives and most of them have been evolving in a French speaking environment. This special touch was very attractive and relevant.
SFK content was also quite appropriate and did not drag kids to experience a spirituality that would be so different or strange as to negatively rock the foundations their parents gave them. As a result, parents felt much more comfortable because some were a bit reluctant at the beginning.
This new training experience just required a bit of logistics yet the end-result worths the price Pascale and us paid to make it happen. Porto-Novo, administrative capital of Benin Republic is proud to have some of his kids catch such a lifetime opportunity labelled with end-of-training certificates. We highly recommend SFK programs to parents and trainers.
Bill Biokou, Director and founder of Biokou Industry (BI)
BI-Language Institute, Porto-Novo, Benin Republic
As a parent, I am able to find resources that helped me to understand our kids better. I learned to communicate effectively and to accept things as it is. It made me a calmer mom and enjoy them as the person they are without the pressures brought by our own worries and fears and without any expectations. It has made me realize that when things do not go the way we want, it is important to step back and reflect before taking any action. Character building, instilling values, and journeying in faith with our children is the most important thing I learned with this organization.
As a servant leader in our community, a husband, a father of six, I'm always interacting with different age groups. May it be to provide an advise, teaching, training or workshops, I need to equip myself with the tools that I need.
I used some of the free resources from SFK and the quality was impressive and showed how invested Michal and her team in their vision. The value that the tools they shared are something that you will be paying in a different organization and yet you can see it offered here for free. I look forward to use some of their programs or courses in the future.
I love to be a part of a community that are authentic and genuinely helping us parents with our children and how to bring out the best in them. More success stories to the SFK Family. LOJF-TD
Bonjour à tous. Je me nomme Ouattara Talimin Yasmine Diana, étudiante en Licence 2 d'administration des affaires à l'Institut Universitaire d'Abidjan en Côte d'Ivoire. J'ai suivi le programme SFK suite aux conseils de ma mère. Tout au long de notre année d'apprentissage, j'ai compris que j'avais des potentialités en moi que je n'exploitait pas. Je devais les exploiter pour pouvoir gagner au jeu de la vie. Il m'a aussi appris à me contrôler face à différentes situations que la vie me pose et à toujours voir le bon côté des choses. Je vois l'importance de ce programme chaque jours et je suis contente de l'avoir suivi .Je le recommande vivement à mes très chers camarades, petit comme grands. Merci à madame SOSSAH qui nous a partagé tout ça dans la joie et la bonne humeur.
For the past months, I have been a keen follower of SFK on social media. It has provided me with a plethora of ideas on how to raise and interact with young minds. What's even better is that I have been able to share this page with my children and friends, bringing us closer together. I am delighted to have come across SFK and strongly recommend it to all moms and children who wish to learn about spirituality, empowerment, and the importance of family.
Avec le programme SFK Gagner dans le jeu de la vie j’ai pu aider les enfants de l’école Christophe Colomb a Calavi au Benin à atteindre l'épanouissement intérieur, à prendre des bonnes décisions pour leur vie et à développer leur résilience. L'éducateur est un simple facilitateur sans châtiment corporel. Dans ces conditions, les enfants se trouvent en pleine confiance avec le facilitateur qui les aide à faire une introspection sur eux même et se transformer. Ces enfants changent de comportement en milieu scolaire et dans leur milieu de vie.
Le programme SFK forme et transforme également les facilitateurs. Oh! Quel formidable programme. J'ai appris en tant que facilitatrice à accompagner les enfants, à les accepter tels qu'ils sont sans aucune discrimination et à les transformer de façon positive. Je souhaite vivement que ce programme soit développer partout dans le monde. Au Bénin, nous projetons d’aller très loin avec SFK.
Flora Houndetonou ; Facilkitatrice SFK Benin - Membre de l’association ANACEB
I have participated in SFK organizing different events for Naomi for Kids, its partner organization in Peru, and it was an enlightening experience both personally and professionally, I had the opportunity to help this beautiful organization for 2 years, benefiting more than 5 thousand children in Peru. Every situation was touching and impressive how this program can help to create awareness in a child and make his life better. I highly recommend participating in SFK's programs, you will experience significant and beautiful changes in your life and children's lives.
It is a long time that I hear and know about the benefits of SFK program. It is a long time that I wanted to be involved and I committed this year to follow the training and get the certification. Going through this process made me appreciate more the extraordinary keys that are provided for kids and for respectful and meaningful relationships with them. The program is remarkably well structured and balanced between deep teachings and concepts explained in simple words in videos, reflection and application through exercises and artistic activities and games to bring the learnings in action, and integrate them by experience. SFK offers great tools to awake and strengthen a great Consciousness, which is so needed in our world today. Camille Lorenzetti, occupational therapist and yoga teacher
I have witnessed firsthand the SFK programs transform the lives of everyone involved. My first contact began in Venezuela, where I saw all kinds of changes and the joy of the children in the state of Miranda when they received their weekly classes, it was definitely a before and after.
With each lesson the children learn new concepts throughout fun activities, games, art projects, animations and videos that will give them values that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.
Decision-making begins in childhood, which is the reason why SFK's tools are essential to generate self-awareness in their lives.
I could see that regardless of the country, religious beliefs, every week we help children, schools, families, teachers to build a better community, adding values and socio-emotional tools. Thank you SFK for allowing us to enlighten the lives of so many children and their families.
Spirituality For Kids SFK est un programme d'éducation des enfants novatrice basé sur l'émotion porté par l'association ANACEB au Bénin. Ce programme utilise au niveau 1, Gagner dans le Jeu de la Vie, un outil efficace, adapté à tous les enfants du monde. Ce outil constitué de support physique comme les livrets et des vidéos est conçu pour guider chaque enfant à atteindre l'épanouissement intérieur, à opérer de bons choix, à écouter sa ''petite voix intérieure'', à prendre de bonnes décisions pour ça vie et à développer sa capacité de vite se remettre suite à des difficultés de la vie. Ce programme parascolaire se déroule dans un contexte où l'enseignant est un simple facilitateur sans bâton ni lanière derrière les enfants.
Dans cette position de facilitateur, les enfants se retrouve en situation de confiance avec leur guide et présentent des transformations exceptionnelles dans leur parcours scolaire et même dans leur environnement. Cette sociabilité permet aux facilitateurs de continuer à se former et à se transformer eux-mêmes à l'instar des enfants.
QUEL BON PROGRAMME ? J'ai appris en ma qualité de facilitateur, à accepter chaque enfant quelque soit sa diversité et bien d'autres choses !
Nous espérons que ce programme soit développé partout dans le monde et pour le Bénin, nous visons aller très loin avec SFK ☺️
Noé Consolas HOUNKONNOU, facilitateur SFK Bénin, Coordonnateur National de l'ANACEB, Association Nationale des Conseils d'Enfants du Bénin.
Iam Almen Rojas I am a training facilitator in Spanish for al Latinoamérica,recently I have live one of the most awsome experience with one of the many programs I have given to kidd,parents,facilitarors and noe with a wonderful group of Siñors in San Luis Potosi México.this peiple had just to remember their inner voice and conect with it and their light to begin living mirarles and change their lifes and fell happy and ready to live their lunes chareing their talentos and unique qualities and feel useful and findoutwitness of those chances and a meaning for their lifes.I havebeen weirness of those chances and they have so mucj to give and we to learn from them.There is no age to begin making chances and be hsppy.I feel do blessed and honor to love this experience with them and win our game of life together. If you have the opportunity fin siñors and give thrm the gift of feel their value and respect for all wr jave teceived from them.
Le programme SFK, un programme qu'il faut aux enfants en Afrique dans le sens où l'aspect préventif du programme SFK permet aux enfants de suivre des cours de développement personnel, de motivation et de conscientisation. Le programme SFK permettra de consolider l'enseignement académique des enfants d'une part et d'autre ces derniers seront de bon citoyens pour les sociétés et administrations en Afrique fort de celà nous sollicitons toutes bonnes volontés dans le monde à aider, à soutenir la mise en application du programme SFK dans les pays africains.
Car les résultats de l'enseignement du programme SFK a changé les de ma fille en bien, d'où l'élargir serait un atout pour beaucoup d'autres enfants.
Merci beaucoup du fond du cœur
AGBIZOUNON JORES PAUL Vidjennagni
Directeur d'école Au Benin
Experiences from the "Win the Game of Life" project at the "Yeshayahu" school in Holon, Israel
This year we decided to teach the series of lessons of the "Win the Game of Life" program at school. The entire teaching staff received an explanation from the program's educational director, Sarah Asher, about the purpose of the program and the insights behind the lessons. Each teacher received a "Teacher's Guide" booklet, a copy of the "Student Booklet" and a link to the entire database of videos that accompany the lessons.
During the year, additional training sessions and ongoing accompaniment are held in order to better prepare us for the lessons.
During my work with the students I see an amazing process that happens in the classrooms (I teach the lessons in my class - fourth grade as well as in the sixth grade special education class). The students really like the lessons, they learn about the "game" of their life! They understand that the things that come up in classes are about life, the situations they experience at school, at home, with friends and almost everywhere.
I am very happy to see that students are becoming more and more aware of their reactions, for example: children have learned about the two voices within us and they increasingly understand the need to recognize "voices" and choose "which voice to listen to" to solve a problem and feel better about themselves over time.
The great thing that is happening and needs to be further intensified is the process by which we teachers are becoming more and more aware of ourselves and our reactions. The personal work of each one. The explanations given to the teacher in the teacher's booklet that accompanies the lessons and instructional sessions that are given help this to happen.
I am very!! Recommends implementing this important program in as many schools as possible in order to empower teachers and students and provide more tools for increasing personal awareness which of course contributes to improving student behavior and more appeals to learning.
Best regards
Miriam Etzion
Educator&leading teacher
"Yeshayahu" school, Holon Israel
This is the best program ever! It brings kids and parents together in a safe and fun environment to learn vocabulary and tools with which to talk about difficult feelings and experiences with each other. It helps parents better understand and better guide their children especially as they grow into teenagers. The best compliment I ever got was when my 14 year old daughters Olivia & Lily said, "Mom, what have you done to us?!" "Some of our friends want to vape, some of our friends want to drink alcohol, some of them want to do bad things but we don't want to do those things!?!" "What did you do?" My response, "Spirituality For Kids!!!!" Yay!!!! I WIN, MY KIDS WIN, WE ALL WIN THE GAME OF LIFE!!!
I was thrilled to meet with Michal via a zoom call today. She is currently achieving what I have set out to do myself and I find myself beyond grateful to have met another angel in my life who is accomplishing so much for our children. After experiencing my first seizure in 2020 (as a result of being highly stressed), I began realizing I was the own cause of all my suffering. This was mainly related to the competitiveness that our current education system has created. I want to be a spokesperson for mental health to show the after effects of what stress is doing to all of us. SFK is steering me on my life journey and passion about learning about spirituality. Together, we collaborated on ways I can leverage my background in Marketing to help her organization and help change the future for our children and generations to come!
La rechute est contemporaine de la prise en charge et représente le chapitre le plus pessimiste de la nosologie addictologique. Le programme SFK qui repose sur le principe de gagner au jeu de la vie en responsabilisant les enfants devant les conséquences de leurs actes posés a révolutionné notre pratique d’Addictologue selon l’expérience pilote de 2019.
En effet les enfants qui ont participé à ce programme d’éducation en Ligne étaient ceux inscrits au centre de réhabilitation en fin de traitement.
Sur une dizaine d'enfants inscrits au départ, (les cours ayant lieu les dimanches de 15 à 17h avec obligation d’accompagnement par les parents) 6 parmi eux, ont pu achever l’enseignement. Parmi eux :
5 Toxicomanes - Résultat :
1 cas de rechute après plus d’un an
4 cas d’abstinence et résilience totale
Ce qui signifie une réussite à 100 % pendant 1 an et 90 % jusqu’à la date d’aujourd’hui. Ce Taux d’abstinence n’a jamais été atteint dans la profession.
Nous avions aussi 1 cas d’adolescence turbulente avec influence négative de l’environnement. Résultat : élan extraordinaire de maturité psycho sexuel ET UNE Récupération avec amélioration des résultats scolaires
Dr Samedi Dje Bi
Diplômé de Santé Internationale et Addictologie clinique
Ex-Attaché des Hôpitaux de Paris et du Sud Francilien
Expert agréé auprès de la Cour d’Appel et des Tribunaux
Bonjour à tous,
Wilfried GBAGUIDI on m'appelle coach au sein de l'Association Nationale des Conseils d'Enfants du Bénin (ANACEB) et coordonnateur national du programme d’Education En Ligne « Gagner dans le jeu de la vie » en République du Bénin. Je suis très heureux de l'élargissement des bienfaits du programme vers mon pays. Au Bénin, beaucoup d'enfants surtout orphelins et vulnérables ont vu leur niveau de leur développement personnel s’élever avec ce programme. En dehors de son aspect éducatif, il a également un aspect social que j'apprécie énormément. Cet aspect se justifie par la volonté de SFK à faire bénéficier le programme à tous les enfants sans discrimination. Sur ce j'invite toute personne de bonne volonté de bien vouloir accompagner cette initiative pour le bien-être des enfants au Benin, en Afrique et dans le monde.
Vive SFk ! Vive BCA ! Vive ANACEB
Wilfried GBAGUIDI - Benin / Africa
I knew about SFK through Pascale Sossah and it has been a great journey so far for the program in TOGO ( West Africa). As a national cordinator, I am glad to see the positive impact that the "Winning the game of life" course is having on children and teenagers. Parents are happy and proud to see the change of behavior that their children show. Parents are commanding the program to other. I believe profoundly that we can build a better and peaceful world if we teach our children right today. And that is what SFK is giving us!
I learned about SFK in September 2020 and I'm glad I did. As a mom of two teenagers and a preschooler, I used to think that the success of parents depends on the achievements of their children. And that parents should always prioritize their children's needs. SFK helped me realize the importance of self-awareness and self-love so I can give more love and care to my family. Parenting the Soul Online Course gave a powerful impact on my parenting journey. It served as my guidance whenever I feel frustrated, confused, or when I feel like I failed as a mom.
I commend SFK for continually supporting not just children but Parents as well, for guiding us to discover more!
We have been volunteering in SFK classes in the past, and have seen wonderful results with the kids.
I especially noticed the parents happiness from the result of these classes, and wish I had learned these principles when I was a child.
Michal Berg has also provided us parenting coaching, with our first child, and we are very grateful for it.
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I was first introduced to SFK as a volunteer. That was 12 years ago , since I have been motivated to become a facilitator and do my best to share this program with as many children possible! It is a life changing program with unlimited avenues to teach life’s journey to ultimate fulfillment. Our children are the future and using the principles taught through this program gives such hope that we can live in a world with love and compassion and anything and everything is possible!!! I’m so excited and grateful to have the merit to share all SFK has to offer. We can truly change the world with SFK!
I am so happy and grateful to have found SFK, It has been such a game-changer for my teenage boys and for me as a parent. The SFK programs take children by the hand guiding them in discovering their qualities and teaching them how to deal with difficult situations, among other things. This is definitely a life-changing program and I wish all the children in the world could go through SFK's programs!
Spirituality for Kids it’s a dream come true and a wonderful way to give our children powerful tools to cope with life challenges in times when challenges come so soon, so sudden and so strong. I love to listen to the classes myself, as we so often forget the basics about who we really are and what we really can achieve through love, respect and dignity.
Well done SFK
É maravilhoso poder receber orientação de forma simples, eficaz e direta sobre nosso desenvolvimento e de nossos pequenos. Além disso, é um grande mérito estar envolvido colaborando numa causa que faz uma diferença positiva na vida de pessoas em várias partes do mundo. Com toda certeza, isso afeta minha vida de forma postiva. Muita luz e gratidão.
SKF is an amazing and resposible organization that supports children and families by providing the tools to empower the children in their lives.
SFK is helping me to cure my inner child. I learn a lot with every single lesson and I have the opportunity to look back and let go of things that I thought wouldn't have space for new beginnings.
SFK is arguably the most important nonprofit organization in existence!! They take disadvantaged children from various places all over the world and teach them the tools to make better decisions in life and the best part is that the participants can use these spiritual tools even into adulthood. SFK is creating a better world by helping to create better people!!
SKF supports children and families by providing parents and educators with the tools to empower the children in their lives to speak and act from the heart. The videos provide a foundation of the topic that is then explored through a variety of engaging hands on activities and experiences that can be applied to one's everyday life. Children develop tools and strategies to listen to their own inner voice and are encouraged to look inward to discover their strengths as tools for making changes in themselves, their community, and the world. SKF has gone to great lengths to develop quality materials that incorporate a variety of learning modalities such as poetry, art, music, and movement. By focusing on child centered holistic activities SFK curriculum empowers children to believe in themselves.
The organization continues to adapt to a changing world and continues to provide new innovative ways for families to access and utilize the materials.
Youth is a period of great potential. Developing a problematic attitude or bad habits during this period can have problematic consequences. Because risks appear at every life transition, the implementation of the SFK's program in Ivory Coast and Benin allowed us to strengthen protective factors at each stage of development so that the youth can make better life choices for themselves and the world around them. In less than 12 weeks the SFK's program lead to permanent change and make the typical day in the home, at school or at work easier. The youths and parents learned how even simple modifications to tone of voice and phrasing can lead to:
- Better academic performance
- Improved attitudes and behaviors
- Fewer negative behaviors
- Reduced emotional distress
-Improved relationships and becoming more resilient, responsible and proactive adults
Our goal is to implement the SFK's program in all schools in Africa in order to
help each young adult change the habitual behavior that become impediments to their success in life. Based on new understandings, they can improve their skills, perform at a higher level in school and in their professional lives.
Pascale Tziporah Sossah
SFK changed the way of my children to approach life. My two kids took the course via video and I accompanied them in this path. They grow in kindness and compassion, they understood more themselves, their emotions and their reactions. I’ve learned so much from them during the course: we had fun, we talked a lot and exchange point of view about deep topic. SFK empower children and parents.
SFK is such a treasure. Encountering spirituality as an adult I wished I knew the rules of the Game of Life earlier and I remember telling myself: this has to be covered at school. Then I came across SFK and my heart was captured :-) Every kid should have access to the programme. It is very intuitive and the support materials are brilliant.
I knew SFK in 2016 in NYC! In that time I stay completely loved with proposal. In 2017 I start the program in a nongovernamental institution in Botucatu - Brazil. Since then about 70 children have passed by SFK! I am so grateful by opportunity and each day I learn more and more!
SFK is the recovery of the correct look towards life, its resignification of being part of the world, the correct and magnificent relationship with ourselves and with others. More than a pedagogical program to be implemented in beings who already know how to read and write, it is a compendium that remembered as how being human beings. I have had the fortune of being a student, guide, mother and ambassador in this program, I have seen how I remembered my true worth, how I integrated the concepts of true values in my daughter and how we positively transformed the school environment in a Colombian Public School by doing the sowing our responsibility in the environment. We are the cause of the air we breathe.
Several years ago I came across the SFK curriculum. This program has exemplary content for children and their parents.
I have participated in training and watched this program seamlessly unfold in my former school.
The delivery of this program is simple and user-friendly but exquisitely sophisticated teaching conflict resolution, problem-solving, integrity communication and empathy just to name a few
SFK is a comprehensive social emotional program focusing on necessary skills for the 21st and 22nd century.
I wholeheartedly support this program and highly recommend it.
SFK brings Social Emocional Learning Tools to children all over the world and applying the tools I learned in the SFK programs have changed my life in ways that I could never pay back. I know SFK works hard to take the programs to many kids around the world by means of the Outreach programs and that makes me proud to learn from them and be a volunteer who takes these life-changing tools to my life and to everyone's lives around me!
I have had the great pleasure to know the management staff and be involved with this organization for many years. This is a top notch program and are way ahead in providing online tools for children, parents, and adults of all ages. All with the aim of keeping their programs accessible and affordable for everyone. The work in their communities both at the local and international levels are quite inspiring. I encourage you to connect to the org and engage their staff to learn more about their story.
One thing I look for when donating time or money to a non for profit is the global mission and of course the integrity of the leadership. SFK has touched my heart in many ways. The program is geared to help children recognize that their internal light always shines greater than darkness and that we always have a choice to choose positive. Michal who leads this nonprofit is one of the most generous and caring individuals I know. Michal’s warmth and open-heart help benefit everyone that supports or participates in this cause. Especially the children and parents. The youth are the future of the world. And the more we educate the souls of humanity, the more loving a world we will all have.
Amazing content and pedagogy, need of the time, I think each and every kid should go through these courses. Wonderful and supportive staff.
SFK has given me the tools and the training I need to be equipped in dealing with young children to help them become whole and ready for this world full of variety. The curriculum is thorough and takes a child, parent, or teacher to the step by step simple guidance and directions with the videos, projects, and assignments that SFK provided in this online training and certification.
I am very happy with my experience with SFK. It is a much needed organization to help others who needs this type of learning.
Wonderful program that truly changes the lives of children and even the teachers that deliver the program. Great materials and a very clear training program by professionals. Highly recommend.
There is truly nothing like SFK. A lot of what's out there is a bandaid. SFK is truly a solution. This organization provides families with the tools to understand and navigate life challenges, anxiety, anger and more. Providing parents and their kids with the tools to the game of life is a game changer. The countless families that have been positively effected is amazing and looking forward to SFK's continued growth!
My story with Spirituality for Kids began with a profound observation. As I became more immersed in a specific community, I noticed that the young adults I was surrounded by behaved markedly different from any young adults I had socialized with before; their social-emotional skills were well developed, their sense of self more defined, and their general level of happiness was more authentic and consistent. There was one thing all these young adults shared in common: they had been enrolled in the Spirituality for Kids program as children and teens. Each young adult credited SFK with having a lasting influence.
I went on to attend a free SFK intro session and I was blown away by the content - both it's depth and it's simplicity, and all I could think was - why is this program not in every school and every home? Every child deserves this type of education. Eventually I enrolled in the Spirituality for Kids teacher training certification program. The certification program was extremely well organized, insightful, and fun! I was challenged to internalize lessons I would one day teach to children/teens, and through this, was able to work on my own spiritual-social-emotional development in new, unique ways. Since completing the certification program I have received ongoing support from the SFK staff and I will soon be teaching SFK for the first time. I look forward to being able to share what I believe is an invaluable gift.
There are many organizations doing meaningful work that impacts the world for the better. Spirituality for Kids stands out to me because it impacts the world on the seed level; consciousness. Children who grow up with healthy self-worth, self-regulation, and true care for others, grow into adults who show up in the world with more to give and less to take. This is the power of SFK.
I first had the opportunity to see the SFK program in action in a school in Harlem. As an educator myself, I am always looking to see the tell-tale signs of the eyes lighting up with excitement in the learners, as they realize that they have just gotten something very useful that they can use in their lives. The SFK program is such a powerful SEL program because it builds in this needed opportunity for the application and transfer of learning into virtually every lesson. Most importantly, it does this while the participants are having real fun and jpy in the classroom, home, or where ever they are learning the material.
It was such a pleasure to work with the SFK team in developing their online training for facilitators. The entire team is dedicated to the principles that they teach and are great role models of "walking the talk." The passion is contagious.
I was also very impressed with their commitment to getting the details right so that their facilitator-trainees received the best possible experience. As a result, the training course is the highest quality.
This program has helped out my kids and my entire family as a result! You won't be disappointed with the curriculum - it's not only easy to follow and engaging, but it makes sense of life's struggles and challenges and why it's so necessary to figure out the right tools in dealing with problems and managing your emotions to make the most of your life.
This is a truly wonderful and generous program. All you can do for your kids is provide the right tools in handling challenges and emotions, and SFK does exactly that in an efficient and fun way. Social emotional learning doesn't have enough emphasis in character building and growth, but better behavior is detrimental for both kids and adults to succeed in life. This is certainly what I needed when I was younger, so I'm very glad my kids and yours can benefit from such an amazing learning program! People of all ages will benefit, I promise you.
One of the biggest gifts I could give my children is this wonderful program of Spirituality for Kids. First of all, the program created a greater bond between me and my children. It is designed that each class teach a certain spiritual concept, followed by hands on crafts for both parents and children. Second, each concept taught is a profound lesson for life, that I'm so happy to give it to my kids.
The lessons are taught in fun and easy to get. I myself got so much of it, and I know that I planted powerful lessons in my kids that would serve them for the rest of their lives. Thank you SFK.
I wish I grew up with the wisdom of SFK. The best thing I have done for my kids is to give them SFK so that they can learn to overcome the challenges of life and become the best version of themselves.
I love this program!! My 3 kids have done it and it is a life changing experience. I wish I had learned all this when I was growing up.
Spirituality for kids is a unique program that has taught my children how to identify their feelings and take a moment to think what their next action will be. This among other life skills will help them make better choices for the rest of their lives. We love SFK!
One of the great education experiences on the internet. The powerful curriculum combined with new learner methodologies assures that each course buyer will get the outcome they desire. Want to be a better parent - you got it. Want to add working with children to your practice, you got it. Already working with children and want to expand your impact, you got it. How can you go wrong? Plus they have a 30-day money back guarantee. If you want to help change the world at the seed level by providing our children with the tools they need to continually grow and evolve - get started right away with SFK!
SFK is not only a great idea, but has a fantastic execution! Just the image of the characters on screen got my children excited about learning social skills, and the lessons are driven home in such an entertaining but clear way that I see it works. The organization is professional and I would highly recommend their materials to anyone with school age children (mine are grade 1-6 currently)
SFK has been a wonderful experience for my two daughters age 5 and 8, it has put into words and consciousnesses the many emotions that children experience on a daily basis. They have clearly began to recognize their opponent voice and see how they can choose to bring light and brightness to the world rather that falling into the darkness and being reactive.
The SFK program has been such a wonderful experience that I am now in the certificate program myself to continue the growth and share the knowledge in my home with my family.
I’ve worked with SFK now going on 9 years and my experience with each member of the organization has far exceeded my expectations. The core values of teaching generations to come to not only be mindful of their actions but how it could affect other individuals, it’s truly what this world needs now more than anything. SFK makes an informed effort in all they do and have done. I look forward to watching SKF continue to grow and prosper in the years to come and happy to be part of that.
No work is easy, than i know ... But no work is as Satisfying, Fun and helps develop Kindness to everyone than in SFK. :) One thing i learned from volunteering here is that, one doesn't have to be great to give help but one can just wholeheartedly help and it can make things great! :)
SFK is truly a one-of-a-kind organization! I have witnessed first hand that positive impact that the social-emotional-learning program has. I am proud to support SFK and all the work that they do!
SFK has a great program that will help kids understand not only what the right thing to do is, but WHY it's important to always make the effort instead of taking the easy way out. It's a great supplement to the school learning that doesn't focus on how to identify and manage emotions, and flourish in social situations. Thanks, SFK!
SFK teaches all the the kids core values that the world needs right now, such as the power of responsibility, communication and sharing with others.
As a volunteer, I have seen a different attitude in the kids that have enroled in the program and the families that are around them.
Programs like this are worth to share with others so we can make this world a better place!
I was exposed to SFK for the first time at a "lunch and learn" presentation by the Director Michal Berg. As a mother of four I was immediately interested in the benefits the program promised. I spoke to here after the presentation and said I would like to facilitate a class for my son's 5th grade class. She informed me that soon the entire program would be offered in an online platform so we could all participate from the comfort of our homes and at our own pace. We did this and the change in my children's perspectives and behavior has been substantial. This program has the power to help children face the challenges life presents with confidence and appreciation for the skills they build in the process of facing them. I cannot say enough about how important social emotional education is... and how SFK really is the best option out there!
There is just no similar teachings I've ever met that has such positive, constructive, empowering effect on not only the kids studying and experiencing these teachings but their entire environment; Family, classmates, and schools at whole.
It should really become the most mandatory teachings for every kid around the globe right there with A, B, C's and Math Basics.
Or even before.
All kids should have the privilege to get familiar with what schools don't teach these days - tools to happy, healthy, empowered lives. To living their dreams. To believing in themselves as a result to knowing to make best choices.
Cannot be more grateful for learning these tools myself and having my kids learn and get involved in teaching Spirituality For kids!!!
THANK YOU!!!!
It creates amazing change in kids lives and their families and gives them tools they can use for their everyday life, to grow, to share with others, for leadership and understanding their purpose
Since last year I became involved with Spirituality for Kids (SFK) to give to children, in different organizations such as schools, families programs and even to workers' kids at their companies, the programs that SFK offers. Each of the children has been transformed by, the dynamics and information given by SFK .... but that's what I expected.
What really have struck me is the effect of these programs in all the adults who have participated during the programs.
SFK's Programs have helped us, to heal up our inner child and to be a more proactive, responsible and happy person
This is an amazing program for kids to find spirituality in a practical manner. I wish i had this kind of program when i was a child. Thank you for the teachers and people behind this amazing work.
Me ha inspirado a ayudar a la mayor cantidad de niños como voluntaria, a partir de qué conocí SFK mi vida cambió.
i have seen the SFK Classes at action, and its amazing seen how it have help all the kids to make better choices, supports their self estime and help them makin life challenging decisions
SFK is changing the life not only for the children also for the entire family's. We have to encourage to work more with the children's because they are the seed, the future.
I have experienced SKF as a mother, then as a volunteer, and then as a teacher. There is no one left untouched by the program. Whether we are talking about children, teachers, everyone gets in touch with Light.
Conscious and loving kids is the answer!
I've been an SFK ambassador for nearly a year. My volunteer work as been the most fulfilling because of the profound transformation I witness children go through in just 12 short weeks.
SFK helped my 3 kids to overcome the death of their father.
They teached them how to be responsible of their own live, how to care about others and how to share their blessings.
I am depply thankful with SFK.
I've seen the work done by SFKI and it's really an inpiration, it brings hope that a better future is possible. It's not about money, governments, spirituality can change everything.
I can only say what I have personally seen and that is that the kids are amazing. They are all so thoughtful, generous, pleasant, kind, sweet...and more. They are great kids and the program is better than the public schools.
I had the opportunity to go through the program with different groups of children, the most significant, children who live with their moms at the women's prison here in La Paz, Bolivia. I witnessed the positive effect in their lives. Nothing is more tangible, more real.
My two girls, ages 9 and 6, have taken the SFK courses. They really enjoyed it and while there was a lot of play, I know they got the principles. They mention different things they learned in the class when things get tough, or when my wife and I don't act with 100% human dignity or respect, they point that out to us. So now, we have to be on our toes :)
Great, great classes - highly recommended for children 6+. In fact, I learned quite a bit from the classes about how to work in a positive way with my ego and no let life bring me down.
SFK has been is a life changer for us raising 3 boys. Learning together has created a common vocabulary for us to use in everyday situations. Critical thinking and learning they are the in control has been huge: learning cause and effect, true voice vs the opponent, and effort vs taking the easy way out are talked about daily. I can't say enough good things about this program!!
Spirituality for kids has help our kids to see the world from a different perspective , take responsibility of their acts , and be their best by learning to Share their talents !!
I offered as a volunteer in Bolivia and it definitely changed my life, this program is one of the best I've seen so far! Because is a different learning for the children, is the most useful learning for our lives, the spiritual education is what you need for every single day! Children love the course and parents are thrilled with it!!! I absolutely recommend everyone to take a look, because it's free and easy to find and follow.
SFK is beyond! Their curriculum has inspired not only the children I nanny for, but ME! I'm constantly impressed with their commitment to furthering the lives of children all over the world. I truly believe that SFK is the future!
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Words can hardly describe the joy that SFK (Spirituality For Kids) has brought to my life. First, it's incredible to see the children that walk out of this program, how gentle and caring and wise they all become. Second, the facilitators are exceptional, handling the curriculum and student support with precision, love, and care. Third, as a volunteer I have been met with such gratitude and openness, the overall experience with this program has been outstanding. I can't wait to have kids so that I may send them to a program that can shape them in such a life-changing way.
Spirituality for Kids, is such amazing program and organization.
The program is beautifully designed for kids, and how they can take advantage to knowing great concepts will help in real life, they learn by fun activities and fun videos. SFK is for kids around the world, the program is offer in many languages.
I was not only a member of the advisory board but also and volunteer. I got to see in person the positive effects of the programs. My favourite cause to support of all times. Even now I am happy to unconditionally support it so I can continue to see he changes fomented in our future generations.
I recently had the pleasure to volunteer with this organization to bring awareness to the group and help fundraise through a "pop-up" food event. We did a play on a Kosher Cuban Sandwich. Needless to say we sold out and reached our fundraising goals.
I will recommend any member of a family any age or circumstances to try the SFK program Life changing! Period
SFK is an Exceptional Program for All Children. As a Therapudic Foster Mom, I work with traumatized children that exhibit inappropriate and extremely reactive behaviors.
SFK has helped my kids immensely by creating a platform where they can actually learn and feel how their behavior affects others including the residual feelings within them after their display of selfish reactive Behavior.
SFK has exceptional materials, workbooks and projects that help create a fun and Lasting bond between the child and the parent. Their videos are short, direct and to the point in a manner that all kids "Get it" right away. Sometimes I need to stop the video because my kids blurt out immediately a similar instance that they have experienced while viewing the topic on the video at hand, lol.. I know they are listening and connecting! My children have taken the opportunity during project time to open up and share their true inner feelings without any fear of repercussions nor consequences. Sometimes children have a fear of sharing their true inner thoughts and feelings. They may think that you won't like them, or love them less, but the SFK Program create a safe environment for them to open up and Audit their thoughts and their actions.
One of my favorite lessons is when Ari calls his best friend less than kind words. So I have the children just like in the video, draw me a full-page heart and as they share words that they have called their friends, stupid, dumb, jit, idiot, I hate you, fat boy, etc... as they share these words I have them tear off a piece of the heart. Once that Heart is in little pieces I give them scotch tape and tell him to put the heart back together. Well, the look on their faces is Priceless! They not only see the impossibility but they feel the pain they have caused others. Naturally when they attempt to tape the Heart back together, they realize that it will never be the same! They "Get It"!
My children are more kind, compassionate and make better choices than most their age (14, 16 and 18) and I attribute that to the many SFK sessions they've been privy to over their childhood years. Everywhere they go they are recognized for their calmness and maturity, their coping skills and their self-awareness. I am so grateful to have found SFK when I did. My only regret is not having it for myself when I was a child!
SFK is an incredible program that teaches kids how to handle and make the most of the challenges life brings. It should be a part of the curriculum of every school.
This on line program is remarkable. I use it regularly as a tool to help guide my daughter when she faces challenges. There have been moments when she's recognized someone helping another, which she knows can lead to the ripple effect. Children (and adults!) can learn how to manage their emotions and why treating others with dignity and respect is of paramount importance.
SFK provides the best vaccination for kids against future challenges. Once the kids learn the rules of life, dealing with life's challenges is much easier. I can't stop but think that I wish I had the opportunity to learn from SFK when I was a kid. Then, I would have used the "trial and error" time for much better causes for myself and for the world.
Thank you SFK for helping the world become a better place.
As an older brother to four younger siblings, I've always felt the need to be an active part of their education in teaching them the foundations of good character. This program is revolutionary in the sense of teaching kids that they have choices and that those choices matter! Most importantly, kids are the world's future, what better place to start changing the world: one child at a time.
Amazing how kids start learning and applying the concepts of Spirituality for Kids by becoming more resilient, goal oriented and finding their purpose. Every kid should have these tools.
I've never seen an organization like Spirituality For Kids. I wish it had been around when I was a child, which only serves to make it a privilege for me as an adult to dedicate time and energy to their cause. Aside from their unique and powerful mission to empower children of all races, religions and backgrounds with universal spiritual wisdom and tools to make their lives and the world a better place, SFK is expertly helmed by a staff of qualified, dedicated and passionate people who also embody that which they teach. They are always looking for new ways to grow, learn and improve, reaching more and more children everyday.
I helped copy edit their first set of lessons on their website. I was not only blown away by the resources they poured into their first online offerings - cohesive story line, elaborate and engaging video, workbooks - but I also gained so much from the lessons themselves! And while they continue to grow their online presence with more lessons and new language versions, they are also committed to reaching children in person with events and classes around the globe. Truly a spectacular nonprofit and I look forward to watching them flourish .
An amazing tool for children. Easy to follow, meaningful, a real treasure for parents available online. My daughter loves using their website, and has learned so much from it.
I have been using SFK with my children 8 and 13 years, the program has been a great tool to share with them different social skills, empathy and life values important to their development. I have seen significant changes in their behavior, and they are becoming more aware of their actions and their consequences. SFK is a great program to share with children, we as parents and through schools. As more children and their families have access to SFK, we can have a better world, because there will be adults more accountable for their actions and more cooperative with each other.
Our boys 11 and 8, have been studying with Spirituality for Kids since the website was first launched. They absolutely love it!! It is an incredible tool that has helped us as a family have a more open communication. Children learn the spiritual laws of the universe having fun. For them it was very easy to understand the tools and to start applying them to their own situations in life. In their own words:
"It's a fun way to teach us about the Light and how we can control our reactive feelings"
"Kids can learn about the Light watching fun cartoons, everyone should watch it"
This is THE BEST organization by far! It has helped me to understand deeper my relationship with my kids, improving every day and taking a different perspective and consciousness to bring the best to my life and family!
Thanks!!!
antes no veia una herramienta clara para enseñar de forma didactica y creativa a los niños la verdadera espiritualidad.. pero con ESPIRITUALIDAD PARA NIÑOS y sus herramientas es muy divertido compartir con ellos y aprender cada dia mas de la luz y el lado negativo. ademas he podido ayudar a mis compañeras de trabajo compartiendoles las herramientas para sus niños...
hola, tengo una niña de once años de edad y había tenido problemas para explicarle la existencia de la negatividad en la vida, no quería personalizar ese concepto como comunmente se hace en las religiones. Gracias a "Espiritualidad para niños" y la Kabbalah en sí, hoy esa negatividad tiene un nombre "ego", ella lo ha entendido fácilmente y ahora hasta discierne en su mente la voz de la luz de la del oponente. Mil gracias por sus aportaciones!!
Spirituality for kids is an incredible non-profit. They provide awesome information that every mom, dad or teacher should devour in order to help their kids become all they can be. The lessons learned can help kids with bullying, self confidence and the big one...obedience. Even though "we" adults think kids will be kids...this is not really true. Kids will be whomever we help them be. If we provide them tools and lesson to respect others, share, understand their emotions and act responsible...guess what...they will. Thank you so much for the amazing content...and oh yea...The website layout is amazing. Very easy to navigate and understand. The lessons are organized in an easy to digest fashion. I love the layout and ease of use!
There is no program like SFK. I have seen how this program has helped my kids overcome personal challenges and make new friends.
As a former legislative aide/lobbyist who worked in the education world I have seen many programs that teach children life skills. However, Spirituality for Kids is the first to teach children that they are not only responsible for their lives but that they can create the lives the desire. This program can completely change a child's perspective on how to confront life's challenges and how to understand what they really want in life (and then how to achieve their goals). Kids in the Spirituality for Kids program feel greater unity with their peers and learn how to connect to something greater within themselves. The tools kids gain in this program will stay with them for the rest of their lives and they will always be able to fall back on them.
SFK is an interactive educational program. This program provides children and parents with tools to help improve a child's self esteem, self awareness and confidence. It also teaches children how to apply universal and spiritual consciousness in their daily lives!! It is truly an amazing learning tool.
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SFK is amazing. This program is a must for every child in every household. SFK provides children and parents with skills that can be applied to their daily lives. This unique program gives children tools to change how they perceive negative events, react to uncomfortable situations, and think about life. It encourages children to act positively and to live life in a proactive manner. Additionally, SFK teaches us the importance of sharing and caring for others.
I have been involved in SFK locally and globally since its beginnings and I have seen profound positive changes in so many children’s lives. SFK deals with the “seed” level of a situation, not the effect. This program has a global effect on how we think, act and speak. It creates an awareness that will globally improve our consciousness. It is my continuing pleasure to help contribute to the SFK program.
I have seen firsthand the impact of SFK on kids. The positive change in behavior is truly remarkable.
Now that the curriculum has moved to the web the lessons can be shared with many more children.
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Our daughter is only 4 years old but we try to teach her SFK teachings. She now knows that when she is miss behaving it's not that she is being a bad girl but simply that she has listened to her opponent voice. Also sometimes we would give her a choice we would say something like "ok we are having dinner now and we would love to spend it with you but not with your opponent so either you need to go to time out or you need to send the opponent to time out and you stay with us. This is a Scorpio girl; when she throws a fit it is very difficult to shift her out of it but in many times she got right back to herself and pointed "you go to time out opponent!". Of course we then enjoyed a wonderful dinner together. This is just one example. The teachings of SFK are truly remarkable.
I have been involved as a volunteer for this organisation a few times and familiar with their work with children and parents. I have seen and heard first hand from parents how their children's behaviour improves at school and also improves family relationships all round. Parents and children learn proactive tools in dealing with challenging situations and how to be consciously aware of cause and effect.
I would highly recommend this organisation. I have a son myself and found by volunteering, I also learnt so much. It was a pleasure to see children learning and also having fun.
As a volunteer, it is amazing to see the transformations kids make when introduced to the concepts of SFK. They become more loving, grateful and overall happy and well behaved.
I absolutely ADORE SFK and hold it very close to my heart.
I recommend every parent to subscribe to the emails, they provide very useful tips to help you be a better parent and less stressed when it comes to managing your children.
Very impressed with this organization! High quality website that really helps kids develop the right consciousness and attitude about life..Interactive site is incredibly practical and fun. I have worked with the organization for over a year now and its been a great experience all around..
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I recently joined the Board of SFK and am thrilled to have done so. Its a big honor to be involved in such a meaningful organization. I have witnessed first hand the direct positive impact that the curriculum brings to families. It is inspiring to see how educating kids with this material at an early age can really make an incredible difference in their lives.
The updated website and course programs are amazing and the feedback has been nothing but fantastic. I am finding more and more people open to teaching their kids along these lines and the SFK program is the perfect way to do so!
As a mother, going through a divorce, SFK was instrumental in how I had the tools, and the language to tell my child about the divorce. We had long conversations, that could not have been possible without the tools provided by SFK. Also, SFK gave us a common "language" that has enhanced our relationship, and our communication. i wish every school in the world would incorporate the tools of SFK in their programs. I am forever grateful to SFK for giving me my family, and my amazing relationship with me child.
I was many times a volunteer in schools where Spirituality for Kids was part of the classes. So i was able to see closely how this teachings affect in a positive way, not only the kids but also the teachers, and also their communities. What i think is more important about this program is that is helping to grow people that will make a difference in our world, not only they will be successful in every area but also it will create a different reality. Now SFK is available on line to every body who have access to internet, that means that the change now is going to be at the global level. It is important that this site have the resources to develop in every language so everybody will have access to it.
I have worked on behalf of Spirituality for Kids since I first became aware of these powerful social emotional learning tools in 2003. The curriculum is available to everyone 24/7 (spiritualityforkids.org.) There isn't a parent or educator who should miss taking a look at this beautifully created, user friendly web site. Your children will love the experience of learning universal wisdom.
I have been in the educational profession for 21 years, I was introduced to SFK 9 years ago in 2003, where I was fortunate enough to be able to teach and trial the SFK curriculum in my school in the UK. The program was a huge success, not in an academic way, but in a way where children's lives were changed. I taught many teenagers on the brink of suicide and drug abuse, who really cried out for help that many schools can't truly provide through the academic route, there are even restrictions within the Personal, social health education route, SFK allowed the children to acquire tools to be able to change the way they perceive, react, think, speak and act towards themsleves and others. It gabe them an inner strength at their core, it gave them ways of coping and becoming resilient, ways of communicating and connecting with others. All of those things we try and do in any academic institution but in takes us longer to introduce those tools. SFK is designed in such a way to give those tools in a creative and inspirational way so that the seeds are planted in an in depth way...they allowed the children the opportunity to see their own reflections and how they can share in ways to overcome obstacles. It is a program which empowers all! Every teacher, facilitator and volunteer learns what it means to become connected to others, to become resilient and everyone is inspired creatively and encouraged to be the best they can possibly be. After 21 years in the Education system, having taught all over the world, I believe that SFK is a program which can support children at the core of their being to help them make the right choices throughout their lives. Many of the SFK students from 2003- are at university or have jobs and are following their dreams. Many of them chose not to commit suicide or take the drugs route because SFK taught them how to be happy no matter what. As an educational professional, a volunteer, a global traveler, I too have been using the tools of SFK and learnt how to be resilient, happy and to live my potential! It works and it's a program which every child globally ought to be exposed to...
I had the Blessing to teach the SFK program for over 4 years. During that time, I saw the profound positive changes the program had on the children and the family as a whole. I've been a teacher for the public schools for the last 20 years and in that time I was exposed to many programs that claim to help the student in their individual growth. I can honestly say that Spirituality for Kids is by far the best program available with excellent results.
This was my first true voluntary volunteer opportunity that truly changed my life and continues to do so.
My family came in contact with this organization many years back and always told me great things about it. At the time I was in another state so I wasn't able to partake, but a few years later I got the opportunity and the rest is history.
I joined as a volunteer doing whatever I could from translating to setting up for events and classes. A year into that I was given the opportunity to become one of the few full time staff members in one of their US offices.
Through this I was able to see first hand for 6+ years the transformation that came through the knowledge that was given to individuals through this program. Overall it gives you a true perspective on yourself and how your actions impact your family, community and ultimately the world. And all of this was achieved through fun classes that included games and activities that focused on the various learning styles so everyone was able to grasp all the concepts taught in each class.
A lot of the concepts taught through this program are concepts we have all grown up hearing about such as cause and effect, treat other as you would like to be treated and several others. But the challenge with these types of concepts is that there not always easy to convey to people, but SFK was able to accomplish that.
And for that reason I keep trying to follow the lessons that I learned and taught while there. Because I know the positive impact it can have on people and their lives.
I started going to SFK when i was in fourth grade. I can honestly say what I learned there I have taken with me through out my years of growing up. I met a lot of amazing people that I still keep in contact with. Attending the SFK summer camps were the best. Not only did I get to meet international students but I also was challenged and learned fun activities. Something that I always carry with me is the lesson about cause and effect; I remember after we talked about this I tend to think about situations before I react.
I was a part of the SFK team since its inception. Since then, I have volunteered over 10,000 hours for SFK and have seen amazing results with the families who participated in the program. The amazing results were that the families became closer families. This is a program that is equally for the parents as it is the children. it is a program that through simple lessons and games removes the space between family members. The program then removes space between one family and another family, between one community and another, and between one culture and another. To me SFK is a program that starts with the family and has a global impact.
My name is Veronica and this is the first project that I ever volunteered for in my life! It changed my life opened my eyes and heart to tools that make real change possible. I witnessed at-risk families come and learn together with their community every Sunday for 3 years. SFK's unique and powerful programs, empowered each family member young and old with the spiritual laws of the universe. We learned to take responsibility for our actions, foresee the consequences of our behavior thru cause and effect, get connected to family and community, share, make smarter choices, we all created and fulfilled our unlimited potential. The kids were so different when we finished each program, they were confident, aware of their behavior, which was sometimes violent and destructive, to becoming leaders in their community. SFK gave these families the ability to see their greatness and the tools to apply in their lives at home, at school, to solve real problems. Now I have a family and am able to share this knowledge with my children giving them a head start to learn that life's experiences are great adventures full of opportunities and challenges, not problems.
This program is about giving tools to children than enable them to handle the difficult situations that occur in childhood and throughout life. Identifying behaviors, knowing that negative action doesn't mean a bad or stupid person, and ways of expressing emotions are all things my 5 year old daughter has been learning. We are able to incorporate these tools into everyday situations and everyday conversations. Easy to use, easy to understand. L. Landry
My name is Aida Ramirez and I started as a volunteer for SFK a couple of years ago. I have participated in other programs for children and teens, as well as hospitals and aid centers for teens. What makes SFK unique, is the fact that it teaches them how to make the right choices in their lives, instead of being swayed by emotions or any kind of situation they might face. Each child in this program, knows how to identify consequences before making a decision, which makes them responsible for their actions. Learning about cause and effect, gives them perspective and consciousness, their actions become meaningful, they understand that through their choices they can create better life for themselves, and as a result, a better world. This clarity empowers them to find their purpose in the world at a young age, instead of walking in different paths, not being able to find fulfillment or joy.
Having a conversation with a child or teenager who’s been in the SFK program and its teachings, ends up being a lesson and an inspiration. The most important thing a parent can give to a child, a teacher to a student, it’s the tools and rules for this life’s challenges, in the SFK program, you’ll find them all. In times like these, learning about human dignity at an early age, should be as important as Math or History, if not more.