A Day in a Mindful Way!

<p>As parents and teachers we often try to fix the situations and circumstances our kids are in to avoid them</p><p>getting hurt frustrated or disappointed. However when kids are on their own on the playground in a</p><p>classroom or at a gathering they may find themselves in challenging situations without you.</p><p>The earlier our kids learn to analyze and reflect on their days and develop an understanding of less</p><p>predictable situations the better skills they'll have to navigate through their world. They must develop tools</p><p>and strategies to support themselves independently.</p><p>Mindfulness is one immensely helpful tool that children can use to help themselves in difficult situations. It is</p><p>truly a magic wand that one can use to create space between problems and reactions to such problems.</p><p>This book highlights valuable strategies such as positive affirmations gratitude mindful listening kindness</p><p>empathy positive thinking patterns taking breaks and deep breathing to deal with negative emotions and</p><p>situations. The book also highlights how mindfulness can add to your life and relationships in general.</p><p>Triggering situations may vary day to day but mindfulness remains a reliable tool that children can lean on.</p>