Mindful Word

Think of a word that seems calm or soothing. This could be a word like "peace" or "love" or "peaceful" or "sunlight" or "calm." Think the word to yourself. Say it silently and slowly in your mind. Say your word to yourself with each breath you take, in and out. Keep your attention gently focused on your word.

When your mind wanders, guide your attention back to your word, and keep saying it gently and slowly while you relax and breathe.

Can you do this for a whole minute?

When you practice, you will probably notice that you feel calm and relaxed. If you keep practicing, you might start to notice that it's easier to focus your attention on things like schoolwork or listening. You may begin to feel calmer and more patient in your everyday life. You may find that when little things go wrong, you can handle them better.