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Activity #2: Creating a Glitter Jar
Activity #2: Creating a Glitter Jar
Anyone can create a glitter jar. You can also use a snow globe. The glitter jar is a great activity to use when you are worried, upset, nervous or angry. The glitter in the jar represents your thoughts, rushing around in a mad dash.
The next time you are upset or anxious simply shake the glitter jar and remain quiet and still while the glitter is settling. As you breathe deeply you can watch the glitter float around in the jar and finally settle on the bottom.
Steps to Make Your Own Glitter Jar
Steps to Make Your Own Glitter Jar
Start by finding a glass jar or a plastic water bottle.
You will also need one bottle of clear glue and some kind of glitter. Food coloring is optional.
Fill the bottle up 3/4 of the way with water. Next, add the clear glue and glitter and shake. You may want to use a funnel to get the glitter in the jar. You may add food coloring if desired. Seal the lid and you are ready to go.
You can SHAKE the jar or bottle when you feel anxious or upset and remain still while the glitter settles.
The jar is like your mind, and you can even explore how your thoughts are like glitter. As the glitter settles down into the bottom of the jar, the mind becomes calmer as well.
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