We believe that it is important to have a foundation which guides how we live our lives. We define Spirituality as a clear understanding of one's own beliefs, morals and values; having a belief in something greater than one's self. Our program will strive to give youth the opportunities and forums to explore, discuss, and expound on their own spirituality. We believe that this foundation can be critical in future success of youth and how they live their life in the future
Although many times we recognize that spirituality isn't always on the top of a teenager's priority list, we hope that we can at least challenge every youth's thinking in this area. We rely upon a non-denominational approach and also staff that are deeply spiritual themselves. Sometimes having a less formal setting can facilitate good conversation and insight. Our main tools for encouraging spiritual development are firesides and meditation.
Daybreak Canyon will conduct weekly firesides that will be opportunities to learn about a force greater than any of us. We will talk about morals, values, and other components of spirituality. There will be an opportunity for youth to participate and play an active role in these activities.
Each youth will be asked to participate in a daily brief meditation activity. Lead by staff or youth, the purpose is to give each youth a daily opportunity to reflect on who they are, where they are, and what they want to be.
At parents' request we can coordinate the participation of youth in religious activities in the community as they are available and as the resources of Daybreak Canyon permit. Also at the request of the parents a religious representative is permitted to visit the youth at the facility. Daybreak Canyon will help coordinate these visits.
We want to reiterate that our program is non-denominational and that our staff are encouraged to visit with youth about spiritual issues but they are not allowed to proselytize their own personal religious convictions. We also recognize the role of the family in developing a youth's spirituality and welcome any input and desires the family may have in this area.