Block #3: Energy for Learning

Together they provide a way to build The Antimonial-Lead Kind of Energy.

Children and teens often feel a lethargy or a kind of stress-fatigue when faced with given tasks or assignments. We, as adults, understand this feeling and recognize the self-control needed to just get past the mental resistance to do the tasks needed to get to the more enjoyable parts of our day or day-off. Building this kind of mental building block can be achieved with less stress and resistance by first utilizing activities that children and teens have a natural and individualized interest in. This will develop a stronger ability to focus for longer spans of time.

For example, if a child or teen has a hard time with concentration with taking care of their laundry, instead of allowing the circumstances to get heated, stressful, or draining, take time to build momentum for focus through a favorite multi-step task. The enthusiasm of the task, like asking the dog if s/he would like a walk, getting the leash, coat, shoes, walking, putting all away, and then trying to concentrate on the initial task will help break the tension and decrease attention deficit. Toddlers who are given fun or self-chosen multi-step tasks are better able to develop an intrinsic motivation to focus for longer amounts of time when school age assignments come in future years.

Moving the mental slider from joy to focus throughout the day should be considerate to the needs of children/teens. This habit will help them manage their own focus-joy mindset in adulthood, improving mental well-being. It helps them know they have the ability to choose the focus of their mind.

Antimony is to Lead like Joy is to Focus.

Antimony and Lead smelt well together to make an alloy called Antimonial Lead. Many people make a good living using this alloy made from metals from our earth for industries that buy sell, make, and use car batteries, casting materials, and soldering.

Joy and Focus smelt together to make Happy Optimal or Antimonial Energy for learning and living together.