This chapter outlines the prominent criticisms of using contemplative and mindfulness practices, and argues for why these concerns, while valid, are particularly relevant for Anti-Oppression courses. Specifically, the chapter addresses cultural appropriation, spiritual bypassing, accessibility and adaptations of mindful and somatic practices, and the debate over whether contemplative practices...
This conclusion speaks to the role contemplative art and creativity play in accessing the imagination necessary to co-create more liberatory worlds. Drawing on inspiration that visionary fiction is providing many social movement leaders, this chapter argues that embodied practices can generate the creativity necessary for “world-building.” Contemplative art practices help connect students to...