Creative Lives Introduces Chakra-Based Framework for Holistic Child Development

Nationwide- November 17, 2024--Creative Lives, an innovative educational organization, is advancing whole-child development by incorporating a chakra-based framework into its programming. The approach provides parents, educators, and counselors with new, practical tools to support children's academic, social, and inner well-being.

The cornerstone of Creative Lives’ methodology is the chakra system, an ancient concept newly observed and adapted by educator Ellen Tadd into a modern Framework for Wise Education®. Tadd’s Framework illuminates the role of each of the seven main chakras in expressing different aspects of our nature. For example, the third eye chakra is the energy center associated with clarity, focus, and wise decision-making. Applying new strategies to cultivate good function in this center helps children apply their innate wisdom as they learn, relate, and develop their attributes.

Founded by Maureen Burford, Creative Lives is licensed to share Tadd’s teachings, adapting these principles for a broad range of educational settings. The organization trains adults working with youth from the early years through high school. As adults understand the function of the chakra system, they are uniquely positioned to help children develop as whole, healthy people.

“Every child has a unique potential for learning, contribution, and fulfillment. The lessons of the chakra system are critical for reaching this potential in today’s fast-paced, information-heavy world,” said Burford. “By addressing their needs through the lens of the chakra system, we not only support children academically but also help them achieve emotional resilience and a strong sense of self. This is because each of the seven energy centers deals with different, critical aspects of our essential nature.”

Creative Lives’ training courses cover topics such as the keys to inner happiness, the mechanics of focus, and the balance of inspiration and discipline. Educators implementing Creative Lives’ strategies have reported transformative impacts on their classrooms. Sharon Webster, an educator, remarked, “I have never encountered a more powerful or meaningful framework for approaching education.”

Another adult learner recently coached a student in a technique for fostering focus and discernment. The results were dramatic, as this 4th-grade child discovered that she could better comprehend her math assignments when applying this technique. Within three weeks, this student shifted from discouragement to a sense of confidence, “I am good at math!”

Such endorsements highlight the practical value of integrating holistic techniques with traditional educational objectives.

Through framework training, adults cultivate good function across the chakra system and support children in doing the same – without needing to teach young people about chakras. This comprehensive approach ensures that children build strong disciplines in each area of their lives. As educator D. Stever shared, “I have been in the field for 26 years, but now, I see every child I teach through a more holistic lens. I am more equipped to help my students navigate complex social dynamics and personal challenges with resilience and understanding.”

Creative Lives offers workshops and training sessions tailored to educators, parents, and counselors. Participants gain insights into integrating the chakra framework into everyday practices, curriculum design, and interactions with children. These tools are flexible, enabling implementation in diverse educational settings, whether in traditional classrooms, homeschooling environments, or counseling contexts. This adaptability makes the approach accessible and applicable to a wide array of educational challenges and goals.

Families and schools seeking innovative solutions to modern educational challenges have increasingly turned to Creative Lives for support. By equipping children with tools for inner clarity, emotional regulation, and balanced decision-making, the organization bridges the gap between academic achievement and personal fulfillment. Its methods prioritize a holistic view of education, nurturing the child as a whole.

Creative Lives remains committed to empowering children to find joy and purpose in their learning journey. Its programs reflect a belief in the innate potential of every child and the importance of nurturing that potential through balanced, practical, and holistic methods.

For more information about Creative Lives and its chakra-based approach to education, visit Creative Lives Inc. The organization can also be found on Facebook and YouTube.