Daily mindfulness with your child

Here are some ways to incorporate daily mindfulness with your child: 
 

• Practice deep breathing: Teach your child to take deep breaths and focus on their breath. This can help them to feel more calm and centered.
• Take a walk: Go for a walk together and encourage your child to notice the sights, sounds, and sensations around them.
• Create a gratitude jar: Encourage your child to write down things they are thankful for and place them in a jar. Review the jar together periodically.
• Mindful eating: Encourage your child to slow down and pay attention to the taste, texture, and smell of their food.
• Yoga and stretching: Do yoga or stretching exercises together as a way to focus on the present moment and release tension.
• Guided imagery: Use guided imagery to help your child visualize calming scenes or happy memories.
• Use a mindfulness app: There are many apps available that can guide children through mindfulness exercises, such as guided meditations or breathing exercises.
• Encourage self-reflection: Encourage your child to journal or talk about their thoughts and feelings.
• Show empathy: Model empathy and encourage your child to practice empathy with others.
• Make time for mindfulness: Set aside a specific time each day for mindfulness practice.

It's important to remember that every child is different, so it's important to find activities that resonate with your child and that they will enjoy. Additionally, it's important to be patient with your child and understand that mindfulness is a skill that takes time and practice.