Exercising the Mind and Body: Kids, Sports, and Mindfulness
Benefits of MindfulnessMay 29, 2018 9:23 am
Athletic activities are a wonderful way for kids to have fun, get in shape, and connect with friends. Sport performance is not only physical in nature, but it has been suggested that performance is also a highly mental process. Many coaches and parents spend a great deal of time and attention on the physical aspects of sports and on skill training. Little, if any time or energy is placed on the mental aspect of athletic performance.
Mindfulness Activities for Anxious Children
Practicing MindfulnessMay 23, 2018 10:22 am
Childhood and adolescence are marked by rapid change, growth and challenge—and they are often periods of high risk for developing anxiety. This is especially true today, when children of all ages are immersed in technology and constantly bombarded with stimuli of all kinds. When fears and anxious feelings become difficult to manage, one effective tool that may help your child is mindfulness.
Breathing Exercises for Kids
Practicing MindfulnessApril 3, 2018 11:02 am
Our breathing is directly related to our emotions. When we are nervous, our breathing is fast and noisy. When we are calm, it becomes slow and harmonious. In tense moments, if we know how to control breathing, we can react with serenity. How often do we want to calm ourselves but do not know how to do it? How often do we want to concentrate but have a thousand ideas racing around our head? How often do we want to sleep but the stress of tomorrow consumes our thoughts?
Read More About Mindfulness
In our bookstore, you’ll find additional kid-friendly books and resources to help your child practice mindfulness.
