Want to bring mindfulness into your life with kids? My suggestion would be to try it out yourself first, really become familiar with it, establish your own practice, THEN share it with the kids in your life. Dr. Amy Salesman, in her book Still Quite Place, says,...
I often have kids in my office that are feeling sad, worried, or angry related to something that others have said or done. Sometimes there's a bully on the playground. Maybe they've had an argument with a parent or sibling. Or possibly a teacher has given critical...
Most of us have established that first and foremost, we are all spiritual beings having a human experience and that we all, to some degree, have intuitive abilities. As a child I experienced many psychic, telepathic, and intuitive encounters. The scariest...
Peacock breath helps kids to slow down their breathing and return to calm and center. I use peacock feathers as a visual aid while teaching this deep breath. You can order peacock feathers very inexpensively off of amazon, (simply click the image below and it will...
Knowing how to support your child with his anger can be challenging at times. Even as adults it's hard to tame our anger dragons. Helping our kids learn how to deal with anger to transform it into healthy expression and to avoid violence or manipulation is a tool...
Sometimes while I am reading a book, it inspires my parenting and work with children. This Life is Joy by Dr. Roger Teel did just that. Released last week and found on...
It's back to school time! Often with back to school there can be increased anxiety. Time to help your child fill her backpack with relaxation techniques! It's important to find ones that he likes and enjoys practicing. Here is another fun, brilliant idea from the...
I love the glitter jar! The school counselor, Michele Bourgeois, LCSW, at my school uses this in her groups. She also created the gorgeous example in the picture!!! Use this jar to begin relaxation practice. It is a wonderful way for kids to have a visual...
Take time out for a little R&R and a calming break with your child. This book is not only for the children in your life, it is also for you! Deep Breathing for Kids is a collection of many of the breathing activities I have shared here on this blog over the years,...
Children’s intuition and relaxation are directly correlated. When one is increased, the other is also increased. When we are relaxed and calm and feeling good, our intuition is naturally at it’s best. We are able to connect to our inner knowing and problem-solving...
