This time is so stressful and full of anxiety! This is the perfect time to start to explore the practice of mindfulness with kids.

Mindfulness is being aware of what’s happening in the present moment. It’s not about trying to clear your mind, but allowing thoughts and emotions to come and go without judgment and familiarizing ourselves with the present moment. It takes practice to be able to do this.

Mindfulness helps kids focus on the present instead of focusing on the past or future. As they grow into adults, they need to learn to manage stress in healthy ways and make sure they have a healthy balance in their lives.

Mindfulness can also be a helpful tool for kids who have challenges with self-regulation or difficulty managing emotions, or want to improve their concentration. it would be helpful for them to be able to calm down and be aware of the present. When they are aware of the present, it will help them be more able to see what’s happening around them and settle themselves and their minds.

In this podcast episode, I talk about four different ways to introduce mindfulness to kids. Take a listen!

Resources:

Andy Puddicombe TED Talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzR62JJCMBQ&t=19s

How to Make a Calming Jar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKWB_D2p3Qc&t=13s

Mindful Minutes App: http://www.oopsyay.com/mindful-minutes/

https://appadvice.com/app/mindful-minutes-relaxing-meditations-for-kids/1116489051

About the Host:

Janine Halloran is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, an author, a speaker, an entrepreneur and a mom. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Janine has been working primarily with children, adolescents, and their families for over 20 years. She is the Founder of 'Coping Skills for Kids', where she creates products and resources to help kids learn to cope with their feelings in safe and healthy ways. Janine also founded 'Encourage Play’ which dedicated to helping kids learn and practice social skills in the most natural way - through play! 

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