Humanism
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The humanist perspective would be appropriate for our groups population and intent. Merriam and Caffarella (1999), state “From a learning theory perspective, humanism emphasizes that perceptions are centered in experience, as well as the freedom and responsibility to become what one is capable of becoming” (pg 256). The humanist orientation believes in the power of the self-directed adult. Our group is composed of professionals dedicated to the safety of their citizens and order of their communities, therefore is can be assumed that our group would be open to learning new skills that would lead to professional and personal growth and development. It is our responsibility to create an encouraging and safe environment which allows for this type of learning.
Who: New Orleans Police Department
Why: The police force as a whole is overstressed due to immense responsibility and dire working conditions, causing damage to the health of the officers and the people they have vowed to serve.
Where: New Orleans Police Station
When: Before shift at work, when convenient for officers
What:
An overview of how stress and related negative emotions affect the body.
Circle breathing exercise: Importance of breathing, affects on the body, when it can be used
Visualization exercise: Relationship to humanistic perspective, connection to belly breathing, what happens to you body, when it can be used
Supplemental handout: Every day combatants of stress/negative emotions
References:
Amen, D. (2005). Making a Good Brain Great. New York: Harmony Books
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