Chris Bergstrom

Mindfulness Activities for Teens and Kids – Emotion Detectives and Grumpy Tag

by Chris Bergstrom | Jan 8, 2019 | exercises

The last few days we’ve been playing mindful “grumpy tag” with my son Anton. It’s a variation of another cool mindfulness activity called Emotion Detectives. We’ve played it since he told me that I’ve been extra grumpy lately. It’s true … the...

What Science Says About Mindfulness Practice with Kids Teens and Grown-Ups

by Chris Bergstrom | Jan 7, 2019 | mindfulness

I’m a science geek, I’ve always been. I think it’s because my dad was a brain scientist. Even as a kid I was fascinated by science and we used to talk science at the dinner table. And now, being a dad and a mindfulness teacher, I’ve found out that kids respond really...

Mindfulness Games for Kids & Teens – Stay Cool Game

by Chris Bergstrom | Dec 5, 2018 | exercises

A friend taught me this mindfulness game, and we’ve been playing this at home for some time. It’s a lot of laugh-out-loud fun. Tee-hee! And … this mindfulness game is even more fun at school or with any group of kids. Truly … the more the merrier! The game is simple....

Mindfulness For Children — Gratitude Tree For Thanksgiving

by Chris Bergstrom | Nov 10, 2018 | exercises

Here’s the perfect mindfulness activity for Thanksgiving or a rainy day. It’s called the gratitude tree, and we will definitely be doing one this year. I love the chance to count my blessings, and it’s a fun activity to do with your child. The gratitude tree activity...

Mindfulness With Kids and Teens — Gratitude Jar aka Treasure Jar

by Chris Bergstrom | Sep 14, 2018 | exercises

What’s better than gold and starts with a G? Yes … Gratitude! This following gratitude activity is awesome for almost any age. But first … Did you know? Studies have shown that … Gratitude has a powerful impact on our mental and physical well-being Gratitude practice...