by zemirah | Jun 20, 2019 | Family Relaxation, Parenting Resources, relax where you are, Relaxation Practice, relaxation resources for children, relaxation tools, Relaxing in Nature, Stress Management, stress management for kids, stress reduction for kids, Uncategorized
I believe that each of us is born with an inherent natural sense of imagination and a propensity for wonder. Every child, in their purest essence is a priest of priestess, an alchemist of imagination. And to the extent that we, as parents, caregivers, educators or...
by zemirah | Jun 13, 2019 | Bedtime Relaxation Activities, Family Relaxation, Guided Imagery
RELAXING BATH: LETTING GO OF WORRIES WITH WORRY BUBBLES Wash away your child’s worries with worry soap! This relaxation activity uses both the imagination and literal soap bubbles to visualize and affirm washing away the worries. Begin your relaxation...
by zemirah | May 21, 2019 | Deep Breathing, Educator Resources, Family Relaxation, Mindfulness Practice, One Minute Relaxers, relaxation techniques
As a parting gift for the summer vacation, I gave students a feather today. We talked about mindfulness and why it is important to bring your attention into the present moment so that you can relax, be aware of how you are feeling, and calm down your nervous system...
by zemirah | May 10, 2019 | Deep Breathing, Family Relaxation, One Minute Relaxers
Here’s a one-minute relaxer to do with your child! STEAMING TEA BREATH Teach your child the “Hot Tea Breath.” Use your imagination and deep breathing to take a moment to relax together. First, ask your child what his favorite flavor of tea is? ...
by zemirah | May 9, 2019 | Educator Resources, Emotional Regulation, Relaxation Practice, Uncategorized
Writing can be a relaxation tool that can be accessed anywhere and everywhere! Use it to feel better when there are thoughts swimming around inside. Model for your child how journaling can relieve stressful thoughts or feelings that want to be released. Show your...
