During this uncertain time, your child may feel stressed and anxious. Remember, most children are likely feeling this even if they are unable to identify or verbalize their feelings. Stress presents differently in each individual. I encourage you to start a conversation with your child about how they are feeling and any fears or stressors they may be experiencing.

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Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you're mindful, you're taking your time. You're focusing in a relaxed, easy way.
One way you can practice mindfulness is by sitting still, closing your eyes, and observing your breath. When you count your breaths and focus on breathing in and out, your other thoughts drift away.
Sometimes while practicing mindfulness we may get distracted. This is okay. Notice that your mind is wandering and bring your focus and thoughts back to your breath.
Mindfulness helps lower your stress, improve your attention, and relax your body. It is part of keeping your body and brain healthy!

for kids & adults!

Talking helps your child learn what works for him or her (and why).

Close your eyes, soften your face muscles, and take a deep breath in through your nose and out through your mouth. Focus only on your breathing. Leave behind any other thoughts you are having. You can pick them back up when we are finished. As you breathe notice how your belly rises and falls.
As you breathe in feel your belly fill up with air and as you breathe out notice your belly fall back towards your body.
Take a few more deep breaths like this.
Now as you breathe in count up to 3 and as you breathe out count down from 3.

Have your thoughts drifted away from your breath? Watch them float away and come back to your breath.
Continue breathing 1, 2, 3... breathe in 3, 2, 1... breathe out.
Continue to focus on your breath, in through your nose and out through your mouth.
Remember you can go to this relaxed place anytime throughout your day with just a few simple breaths.
Slowly wiggle your fingers and toes and bring some movement back into your body. When you are ready, open your eyes.