A consistent, predictable, calming bedtime relaxation routine can make the difference of a good night's sleep or not. Our brains and nervous systems thrive on predictability and routine in order to reach a state of calm. And, the more we experience a routine, over...
Plant Bath Quiet Space This past weekend, as I was busy staying indoors, I suddenly had the desire to be surrounded by plants. Not just any plants but the ones inside my house that I love, and with whom I have a standing long-term relationship. I gathered them all...
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...
I've recently been diving into a little book by Thich Nhat Hanh called True Love, and it's become an inspiration for my parenting, my work in the schools as well as the connections and relationships in my life. In the book, he talk about the four elements of...
This meditation is for calming, soothing, and feeling serenity within. Guide your child to a pond in the middle of an ancient, untouched, pristine forest to gaze upon the still water. Find a space where you and your child can relax completely, feeling safe, secure...
Good Morning! I am so honored to be able to sit here and blog (FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER), alongside Zemirah. For those of you wondering, my name is Maurie and I am interning under Zemirah this semester as I am close to graduating with my undergraduate degree. I have...
Tea Time is a perfect mindfulness activity for kids. Even in the school setting, we will occasionally set out the placemats, and tea cups and spend some relaxing moments in connection and mindful sensory perception. Kids love it! Both the boys and girls. Every...
Create a relaxation collage with your child. I like to explain that just looking at serene, tranquil pictures can calm our bodies and minds. There's even research out there that shows that just by looking upon tranquil scenes or even other people relaxing and...
The Monster Under Your Bed is Just a Story In Your Head by Lisa Wimberger Loving this new book by Lisa Wimberger, founder of the Neurosculpting Institute, (www.neurosculptinginstitute.com). It's perfect for introducing kids to neuroliteracy, the study of brain...
When we remember to follow our hearts, we become more authentic, more joyful and sometimes spontaneously creative and energetic. Research from Heartmath, (www.heartmath.org), shows that our hearts are in fact a lot like a broadcast station. When electrodes are placed...
