Relaxing in Nature
Relaxation Story: Flowers, Butterflies, Rainbows and More!
I recently was invited into first grade to share some relaxation practice after recess. As you can imagine, the energy was high and distracted, with students buzzing around the room like bees. So, I invited them to be the “very … Continue reading
KidsRelaxation on YouTube! The World Is Your Relaxation Playground
I’m excited to announce that Kids’ Relaxation has a new channel on YouTube! I am going to be sharing videos created from my work with kids and based on various blogs on different relaxation techniques for kids that I have … Continue reading
It’s Spring–Plant A Positive Thought Garden!
During Spring, I get excited about gardening, especially planting flowers. As you venture out into the soil this year, I invite you to share with your child how thinking is a lot like gardening. The thought seeds we plant in … Continue reading
Relax and Listen to The Crickets
When I was a little girl, I lived on a farm. And during the summer months, when it was still warm outside as I was going to bed, the old farmhouse windows would be open. In the stillness of the … Continue reading
Relaxation Activity: Fly Like A Bird
The Chinese practice of Qigong coordinates the flowing, fluid movement of energy between the body, mind and breath. It is so gentle and mindful! This Fly Like A Bird activity is perfect for helping you and your child to align … Continue reading
One Minute of Mindfulness: The Fox and The Child Video
Several years ago, my daughters and I watched a beautiful movie called The Child and The Fox, a 2007 French film directed by 2007 Luc Jacquet. Narrated by Kate Winslet, it’s a story about a girl who befriends a fox in the … Continue reading
Walking with Mindfulness–the Fox Walk
My friend, Lisa Wimberger, (founder of the Neurosculpting Institute, http://neurosculptinginstitute.com/), attended tracker training. Recently she shared that she learned to “fox walk” as part of the program. As part of the training, (for adults), participants would be led a half mile … Continue reading
Cloud Thoughts
Mindfulness is known as the ability to pull your attention into the present moment, increasing your awareness of the thoughts that are happening as they happen. When you pause to let go and really just allow yourself to be in … Continue reading
Turtle Relaxation Walk
The turtle relaxation walk is an excellent way for children to increase their mind/body awareness and practice mindfulness, (aka bringing attention into the present moment). As you guide them through the following relaxation walk, feelings of calm and relaxation are … Continue reading
Wildflower Safari
Visit the local library or bookstore to find a book about the wildflowers native to your region. After looking it over with your child, go on a wildflower safari. Load up the digital camera and head out for the nearest … Continue reading
