Why Kids Might Not Like Meditating (and how to help)
Explore common issues that can cause kids to not enjoy meditation Rest assured: the reason why kids might not like meditating isn’t because of meditation itself, but another factor is influencing their dislike of the practice. Once this outside factor is identified, you can work to eliminate it so your child can truly love their time […]
How to Create a Soothing Meditation Space
Learn how to create an at-home meditation space for kids One of the most beautiful things about meditation is its ability to be practiced anywhere. Wherever you go, meditation is just one breath away. Internet searches of meditation often show meditators on a mountain top, sandy beach, or on a dock leading to a tranquil […]
How To Build A Daily Mindfulness Routine For Kids
Learn how to create a mindfulness routine for kids One of the biggest reasons people don’t meditate, or teach meditation to children, is because they think they don’t have time for it. There is such a misconception that mediation requires at least an hour of time, preferably spent on a secluded beach or mountaintop. Fortunately […]
How to Use Affirmations With Kids
Learn how to use affirmations with kids Young children’s minds develop along with their confidence and sense of self. One of the best ways to help kids gain self-confidence and a positive sense of self is through the use of affirmations. What are affirmations? Affirmations are positive words and phrases that nurture emotional wellbeing and […]
106 Magic Affirmations for Kids
Explore affirmations for kids Affirmations for kids are words your child can use to feel peaceful and calm in any situation. When repeated often (usually for a period of two weeks or more) these words can help rewire the brain. Think of your brain as a computer and the affirmations as being a new program. Calling affirmations […]
Is Kid’s Meditation A Trend?
Explore why meditation for kids has lasting benefits Is meditation for kids just a trend? Whether you’re a meditation skeptic or a seasoned pro, chances are you’ve heard about some of the benefits of meditation. From improving sleep quality, boosting overall immunity, to reducing anxiety, the benefits of meditation are truly life changing. For a […]
Meditation For Kids With Autism
Learn about meditation for kids with autism Can kids with autism meditate? Meditation and mindfulness practices benefit all kids, including children with autism spectrum disorders. While most of the research on meditation and autism has been done with adults, recent research has suggested that meditation for kids with autism, especially certain types of meditation, may help children […]
Meditation for Kids: Fact and Fiction
Explore the myths behind meditation You’ve probably been hearing a lot about meditation recently. Whether it’s from a super bowl commercial or through a Google search on reducing anxiety, meditation certainly seems to be having its moment in the spotlight. It’s not without reason either, meditation is one of the oldest and most beneficial practices […]
3 Easy breathing exercises for kids
Explore deep breathing exercises for kids We do it every day, and so automatically we barely even think about it. It’s breathing, the process of taking in air by inhaling, and letting it out by exhaling. But really, it’s so much more than that. Deep breathing, relaxation breathing, breathwork, or any of the other names […]
Mindfulness In Schools: 3 Reasons Why It’s So Important
Learn why school-based mindfulness is beneficial While meditation and mindfulness have existed for centuries, their target benefits have changed throughout the years. Traditionally, meditation was used as a part of a spiritual practice, possibly dating back to 6th century BCE. Since its ancient origins, meditation has been used to enhance many different aspects of life […]
