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Mindfulness and Breathing

Return to the breath

Return to the breath

Teaching your child lifelong self-regulation through mindful breathing My son finds it hard to switch off at night. An hour after lights have gone off, I hear a voice. "Are you there, Dad? I can't sleep." "What's wrong, son?" "I'

Blow the worries away

Blow the worries away

A calming exercise for releasing tension When your child feels overwhelmed or anxious, Blow the Worries Away offers a playful way to help her calm down and let go of those feelings. By pairing slow, intentional breathing with imagination - and even bubbles - this activity turns stress relief into

The magic breath

The magic breath

Calming and empowering through mindful breathing** When your child feels overwhelmed or restless, The Magic Breath offers a simple yet powerful way to help her find calm. This playful breathing technique combines movement, imagination, and mindfulness to reduce stress and encourage emotional regulation.