by Chris Bergstrom | May 19, 2016 | exercises
I love this one! It’s such a fun and yummy way to introduce mindfulness meditation to kids. They will most likely love it, so go ahead and try this fun meditation for children. It’s called “The Raisin Meditation,” but you can use any dried fruit or pretty...
by Chris Bergstrom | Apr 6, 2016 | exercises
This might seem too simple, but it is actually an important first step in teaching your child mindfulness. Of course your child recognizes their emotions when they are at extremes. But, how are they are recognizing the feelings that lead up to the extremes? You can...
by Chris Bergstrom | Mar 25, 2016 | exercises
RAIN is a 4-step mindfulness exercise that gives ‘on-the-spot’ aid for working with intense emotions. With RAIN we learn to notice our emotions with kindness and accept them as what they are. When we understand how emotions work, and that we are in fact experiencing...
by Chris Bergstrom | Mar 3, 2016 | exercises
This simple mindfulness exercise helps kids calm down and relax. The body scan is a fun exercise for building more body awareness and emotional attunement. It’s terrific for adults as well. I use this exercise weekly. The body scan is a great tool to use when anxious...
by Chris Bergstrom | Feb 22, 2016 | exercises
This simple mindfulness exercise helps kids let go of tension and become more aware of their bodies. It’s a fun tool to use when they’re anxious, and it’s super simple to do. I introduced this exercise to my 2-year-old son some months ago. We simplified it further,...
by Chris Bergstrom | Jan 28, 2016 | exercises
This heartwarming kindness practice helps kids calm down and nurtures compassion. It offers a beautiful way to connect with your child and only takes a few minutes to do. Did you know that studies show that compassion practice is great for you? The research suggests...
by Holly | Sep 4, 2015 | exercises
Emotions can be tough to deal with. Fear, anger, grief, jealousy and insecurity are never pleasant or enjoyable. Even joy, love and happiness can pose a problem for some people because they feel too much too intensely. “You will not be punished for your anger; you...
by Chris Bergstrom | Sep 4, 2015 | exercises
What if there was a simple, fun-to-do exercise that could make us happier, healthier and improve our social life? Well, there is one – and it’s all about being thankful. In a bit, I’ll explain how to practice mindful gratitude with your kids and on your own. But...
