Since the advent of the smartphone, obsessions with texting and social media are sounding a death knell for real conversation. Conversation is a skill that must be learned, so those most at risk for failing to learn how to have an authentic conversation are those who grew up with a smartphone. Conversation is the most human activity we do. It is the cornerstone for empathy. If our young adults do not know how long to hold eye contact, or how to sustain a face-to-face conversation, how will they fare in the world?
Benefits
The benefits of our program include both academic and social-emotional skill building.
- Strengthen social-emotional intelligence – respect and empathy
- Acquire interviewing, listening, writing, public speaking skills
- Participate in a novel experiential learning curriculum
- Diminish marginalizing stereotypes about both young and old
- Gain a more personal historical perspective
- Form meaningful relationships free from invasive technologies
- Internalize a sense of connection with the community
- Feel encouraged to ask questions and develop interest in others
- Receive support from a non-judgmental mentoring relationship
- Develop an awareness of age-related discrimination
8-Week Programs
Both our In-Person and Online programming are available to your school. Email info@sagesandseekers.org for more information or to speak with our Program Director.
Aging Uncut: a social emotional LAB
Both our In-Person and Online programming are available to your school. Email info@sagesandseekers.org for more information or to speak with our Program Director.
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Students Speak
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