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The
mindful
mama
M
indfulness has become an
everyday word that rolls
off the tongue of parents,
educators, therapists
and even children. Whilst
there are endless benefits, from enhancing
children’s concentration and self-regulation
to create a calm, happy and healthy home,
the logistics and realism of implementing
mindfulness practices in a home setting are
not as easy as some suggest (but that’s why
I am here to offer some guidance!).
Mindfulness is a technique in which we are
re-training children’s brains to become more
aware of their surrounding environment,
emotions and physical sensations. This will
eventually lead them to a more balanced,
focused state in which they can calmly and
compassionately accept each given moment,
regardless of the situation in which they are
faced with. And this, as we know as adults, is
no easy task!
In order for children (and adults) to reach
this state, we need to consistently support
them in improving their concentration,
patience and perseverance.
If you’re wondering how to realistically
support your child with the use of
mindfulness, when they struggle to even sit
still for 30 seconds, then you may find the
following techniques useful. They’re simple,
fun, engaging and easily implemented in
any environment. With consistent practice,
these techniques can lead to calm,
contented children, and therefore a calm,
contented household.4 techniques to become a mindful mum.
By Laura McEgan