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Mindfulness for Families


Mindfulness is definitely not just sitting still - even the busiest bodies can find their calm. Learn mindfulness with your children in this fun, easy course.

Here's a quick preview of one of the techniques you'll learn.
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Contents

Introduction

Introduction
  • 1 min
  • 43.8 MB
Preview
What does this course offer?
    Preview
    Three ways mindfulness can help your wellbeing
      Preview

      Understanding Mindfulness

      What is mindfulness - for adults
      • 2 mins
      • 191 MB
      Preview
      What is Mindfulness - for kids
      • 2 mins
      • 230 MB
      Preview
      How Does it Work?
        A Map of Our Brains
        • 2 mins
        • 16 MB
        The Super Smart Science of Neuroplasticity
          Mindfulness and connection/belonging
            The Pause
            • 2 mins
            • 5.05 MB

            Learning Mindfulness

            Tips for Getting Started (for adults)
            • 1 min
            • 107 MB
            Your Mindfulness Plan
              Family Mindfulness Plan (download)
              • 105 KB
              Mindful Parenting
                Your thoughts and feelings are like clouds
                • 2 mins
                • 54.9 MB
                How to meditate
                  Basic Breath Meditation (guided meditation)
                  • 5 mins
                  • 4.43 MB

                  Mindful Activities

                  Mindful Activities

                    Mindful Activities: to cool down under pressure

                    To cool down under pressure
                      Fly like a bird (demonstration)
                      • 1 min
                      • 102 MB
                      Fly Like a Bird (guided meditation)
                      • 2 mins
                      • 1.17 MB
                      High Five Breathing
                      • 2 mins
                      • 172 MB
                      Calming Breath (Parasympathetic Breathing)
                      • 5 mins
                      • 483 MB
                      Lion Breathing
                      • 1.05 MB

                      Mindful Activities: to calm and train your brain with attention and focus

                      Try as many of these as you want to, figure out which ones work best for you and your family.
                      I’ve grouped them for the three benefits, but you’re welcome to mix and match however works for you

                      To calm and train your brain with attention and focus
                        Buddy Breathing
                        • 2 mins
                        • 195 MB
                        Rainbow Breathing
                        • 899 KB
                        Tense and Relax
                        • 862 KB
                        Count Your Breath
                        • 893 KB

                        Mindful Activities: to connect with each other and with life more fully

                        To connect with each other and with life more fully
                          Cuddle Breathing
                          • 2 mins
                          • 137 MB
                          Dandelion Breath (guided meditation)
                          • 3 mins
                          • 5.16 MB
                          Name 3 Things
                          • 771 KB
                          Mindful Eating
                          • 876 KB
                          Tree Breathing
                          • 1.15 MB

                          Downloads

                          Here's a selection of downloads and printables to make learning mindfulness more fun for you and your children.

                          Downloads: Sticker Chart
                          • 118 KB
                          Downloads: Kind Notes
                          • 13.1 KB
                          Downloads: Mindful Posters
                          • 37.3 KB
                          Downloads

                            FAQs

                            How old does my child need to be?

                            Each child is different, but I would suggest anywhere from 3 upwards. Older children will be able to focus for longer, but there is benefit in starting young, while a child's brain is developing.
                            The sweet spot is probably from 5-10, but older or younger are definitely able to partake and benefit.

                            Does this require any prior experience or knowledge

                            None at all

                            Is the course affiliated to any religion

                            No

                            How long will it take to complete

                            You could probably complete it over a day or two (in short bursts), but spreading it over time could help it to soak in. You can keep returning to the course as often as you like.

                            Is it difficult?

                            No, the course is easy and fun.

                            Do we need any tools or supplies

                            No, only yourselves and an eagerness to learn.