Holiday Mindfulness for Families

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Responding to Stress with Mindfulness

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Kids experience all kinds of stress: good stress, like the excitement of trying out for the basketball team, and bad stress, like dealing with bullies. Thankfully, mindfulness techniques can help your child manage his stressors, good and bad alike.

Encouraging Your Child to Relax

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Different people prefer different forms of relaxation. One person might like to soak in a hot bath; someone else might prefer a brisk walk in the snow. Helping your child discover what relaxes her and encouraging her to practice that provides her with an important life skill.