What is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness is a set of skills that promotes mental awareness of your thoughts, feelings, and senses. It allows us to stay present, which can be particularly comforting for kids and teens who feel overwhelmed or anxious. Scientific studies confirm that mindfulness can be a valuable tool for those who struggle with ADHD, anxiety, or autism, providing a sense of grounding and reassurance.
How do you practice mindfulness?
What's so wonderful about mindfulness is that it can leave you feeling more centered and aware of yourself with just a few minutes of stillness.
5 Steps to Mindfulness:
Who can practice mindfulness?
Anyone and everyone! Mindfulness can be especially helpful to children when it's a part of their daily routine. For some children, mindfulness can be a great way to start the day at home or at school. It’s an easy way to check in with themselves, see how they’re feeling, and start the day on a positive note!
For other children, it could be helpful to do mindfulness after a transition, such as recess. Diving back into learning mode after running around with friends can be challenging. Quick breathing exercises or mindfulness will help reset and regain some calmness before it’s time to learn again.
