The Power of Laughter in Learning and LifeA day without laughter is a day wasted – Charlie Chaplin
Laughter is far more than a moment of amusement. It is a universal language that dissolves barriers, relieves stress, and strengthens memory. In the context of learning and life, laughter is a hidden key that unlocks resilience, creativity, and connection. Laughter connects hearts and in the words of Kevin, ‘keeps away the darkness’.…
Shame: Understanding, Releasing, and Creating Safe Spaces for LearningShame is often described as the painful emotion arising from a belief that one is flawed, unworthy, or unacceptable. Unlike guilt, which relates to actions (“I did something wrong”), shame attaches to identity (“I am wrong”). It is intensely physical; felt as heaviness in the chest, averted eyes, a flush of heat, or the urge to shrink and disappear. Left unacknowledged, shame can silently shape…
Redefining Failure“You have failed.” One of the most devastating statements we can receive. Only, there is one that is even more painful: “You are a failure.” Which doesn’t just question the performance, but the whole existence of a human being.
How come that fear of failing and pressure to succeed seem to run our lives? Is this a helpful approach? What does this approach cost us in our relationships, our learning…
Learning with Grace Returning to What Life Already TeachesEducation, at its heart, was never meant to be about pouring knowledge into empty vessels. The very root of the word educare comes from the Latin meaning “to draw out from within.” This reminds us that learning is not about conformity or memorization, but about awakening the wisdom already living inside each child. To learn with grace is to trust that life itself is the greatest teacher…
Healing in Nature - Listening Within and Following our PassionIn a world full of noise and demands, we often forget the simplest truth: healing is already available all around us. Nature holds the keys to balance, restoration, and clarity if we are willing to pause and listen. Beyond the chatter of our minds lies an inner voice that whispers guidance, reminding us of who we are and what we love. By attuning to this voice and observing the signs reflected in…
True Freedom of Choice True freedom of choice in education is more than offering a menu of pre-approved subjects or pathways. It means recognizing that each child carries within them an inner compass, a voice that knows what lights them up and how they learn best. When children are trusted to follow that innate compass, learning becomes less about compliance and more about discovery, growth, and joy.
Too often,…
Play is Learning - Why Joyful Curiosity Matters More Than You ThinkIn a world driven by outcomes, assessments, and schedules, it’s easy to overlook something as simple as play. But ask any child deeply immersed in building a fort, solving a puzzle, or acting out a story and you’ll witness learning in its purest, most alive form.
Play is not the opposite of learning. Play is learning. It’s where creativity takes root, where problem-solving is practiced without…
The Importance of Nature and Listening to the Inner Voice In an age where screens and schedules dominate, it is more vital than ever to nurture children’s natural connection to the earth and to their own inner voice. These two threads (nature and inner listening) form the roots of a whole and balanced education. When a child is encouraged to step into a forest, feel the soil between their fingers, or notice the birdsong at dawn, they are not only…
Legal vs Lawful: Why Our Children Deserve to Know the DifferenceMost of us grow up assuming that anything legal must be right, and anything illegal must be wrong. But there’s a deeper conversation waiting to be had, especially with our children: one that explores the vital distinction between what is legal (man-made rules enforced by governments or corporations) and what is lawful (natural principles rooted in truth, honour, and universal rights).
This isn’t…
Special Prosecutor issues report on criminal actions of Pope Leo, Donald Trump and othersA Breaking News Report issued by the International Common Law Court of Justice
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Special Prosecutor issues report on criminal actions of 'Pope Leo', Donald Trump and others
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FYtNQ8izM0
Brussels:
An international Tribunal investigating the complicity of 'Pope Leo VIX', Robert Prevost, in Crimes against Humanity has…
Teaching the Living Child, Not Just the ContentIn every corner of the world, across languages, cultures, and beliefs, there is a truth that unites us all… we are magnificent living beings. Education, at its heart, is not about delivering content to empty vessels, but about nurturing the potential of each unique human being. We are not clones or NPCs to be programmed with content. We do not ‘download’ information. We FEEL it, resonate with it…
Igniting Curiosity: The Joy of Homeschooling and Passion-Led LearningIn a world where traditional schooling often moves at a one-size-fits-all pace, homeschooling opens the door to a different rhythm; one that honors the unique heartbeat of every child. It’s a path where curiosity leads the way, talents are nurtured, and learning becomes an adventure rather than a checklist.
One of the most powerful gifts homeschooling offers is time. Time to explore, to play, to…
Free to Learn: Honouring the Pace and Potential of Every ChildFree to Learn: Honoring the Pace and Potential of Every Child
What if education wasn’t about ticking boxes or chasing grades, but about honoring the natural pace and unique journey of every child?
Educator turned forensic psychologist, Dale McGregor, believes it’s time we stop asking, how do we fit children into a system and start asking, how do we free the system to fit the child?
With a…
An urgent request from Kevin Annett: Systematic theft of my book royaltiesAn urgent request from Kevin Annett:
In response to the systematic theft of most of my book royalties, please order my booksdirectly from me!
July 22, 2025
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Dear friends and readers,
I've just learned that Amazon Inc. has defrauded me of over $5000 (US) of my book royalties over the last three months alone. Of the $6000 I earned from good folks…
What is this thing called human trafficking
Doing what comes naturally:
What is this thing called human trafficking?
by Kevin Annett, M.A., M.Div.
Like capitalism itself, the proletariat have no country. This fact intensifies the more concentrated capital becomes, as workers and their labor power are traded and bartered across borders like so many commodities. As capitalism expands and bursts the bonds of national boundaries, so too…
Doing what comes naturally: What is this thing called human trafficking?Like capitalism itself, the proletariat have no country. This fact intensifies the more concentrated capital becomes, as workers and their labor power are traded and bartered across borders like so many commodities. As capitalism expands and bursts the bonds of national boundaries, so too is labor internationalized and made fluid so that it may follow capitalism’s market requirement of a…
Catering for the Needs of ChildrenWhen a child “acts up” what are they really asking for? It’s easy to notice the behavior. The attitude. The refusal. The outburst. But beneath every action is a message, and often, a need that hasn’t been met.
A counselor recently shared heartbreaking notes written by children:“My parents are always busy on their phone. Why am I here?”“If I ran away, my parents wouldn’t know.”“My dog gets more…
Solution Focused: What Parents Can Do When the Education System Isn’t WorkingIf you’ve found yourself frustrated with today’s education system, you’re not alone. Many parents are quietly questioning whether schools are truly preparing children for life, or simply shaping them to comply. But here’s the truth: we’re not powerless. In fact, by continuing to participate in systems we disagree with, we unintentionally perpetuate them. Silence is a form of consent. But choice?…
Tune in: Things that make you go hmmmFrom Mozart to Missy Elliott, from Country Roads to Bohemian Rhapsody, music has always been more than entertainment—it’s nourishment for the soul. Across cultures and classrooms, music teaches what words alone can’t: how to feel, remember, connect, and be.
Neuroscience confirms that learning with rhythm, rhyme, and melody activates both sides of the brain. But those who’ve danced to a lesson,…
Fostering Forest Schools: Learning Rooted in Nature, Soul, and EthicsIn an age of accelerated change and digital saturation, forest schools offer a sanctuary—one where children reconnect not only with nature, but with themselves and each other. These nature-based learning environments reflect a growing movement toward soul-centered education, deeply aligned with the Schetinin pedagogy of Russia’s Tekos School and the foundational ethics of Permaculture: Earth Care…

