I heard this phrase while working with people with disabilities. They use this technique when a person is doing something that is annoying or inappropriate, but not harmful. They don't acknowledge the behavior, but pivot and turn away from the person and behavior, but staying close and nearby.
Kidpower.org teachs something similar called the walk away power. Anyone of any age can use either one of these techniques. To me, they are very similar in principle. When someone is doing something to bother you, such as poking or touching you, you can just move away from the person. Not only can children use this, but adults can too.
There are times it is more powerful to speak up and use conflict resolution and other times it is better to just walk away calmly and confidently. Sometimes speaking up can create a more escalated situation and someone may get hurt.
Can music change our outlook, mood, & have an influence on our actions? I think so. I frequently use music to help lift my spirit & encourage me. Sometimes music can really express what I am feeling or experiencing. I really love all kinds of music.
When I hear music I not only focus on the sound, but also the words. Last year, I heard a catchy tune on an office radio. It really had me kinda beep-bopping to the catchy sound. When I could not really hear what they were singing about, I looked up the lyrics. I was shocked!! "Pumped Up Kicks" by Foster the People
I don't know what the motive behind writing or singing a song like this. With all the violence in the media these days, I wonder if this is the kind of music I want to listen to.
I like this one better! "Accentuate the Positive" by The Andrews Sisters & Bing Crosby
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