Meditation For Children
You'll see that meditation for children can be relatively
simple using the tips in the following article by Sarah Holt.
Following the article you'll find my additional recommendation
for a product that will make it as easy as possible.
Meditation For Children in 5 Easy Steps
By Sarah Holt
Meditation for children? Absolutely! Just follow these 5 easy
steps to see how meditation for children can be fun and rewarding.
1. Find a Comfortable Space
Low lighting, a comfortable temperature, and relative quiet
are essential with meditation for children. Without these elements
it is hard, if not impossible, for a child to focus. Another
consideration is having a soft place to sit, but not too comfortable
that they are relaxed to the point of falling asleep. Soft music
(classical is a good choice) can be used to help calm and focus
an active child.
2. Allow the Children to Change Positions as Desired
One of the great things about meditation for children is that
there are no strict and unbending rules. Allowing children to
change positions when desired can make meditation more meaningful
and productive for them. Some ways they may find comfortable
are sitting cross-legged, stretching their legs out in front
of them, sitting in a chair, rocking slowly back and forth, or
even standing or walking in a slow circle.
3. Picture It
Teaching imagery can be an effective and easy way for children
to learn meditation. Start by asking them to think of a place
where they feel relaxed. While picturing this place in their
minds, ask them to describe it to you. Finally, encourage them
to think of this place whenever their minds wander to other things.
4. Focus on Breathing
The idea here is to get them to use to deep and slow breathing
that is conductive to relaxation. An easy way to accomplish this
is to have them take deep in and out breaths while you count
out loud. After a few times of doing this, have them count silently
in their heads while they slow down each breath.
5. Start with Short Periods of Time
Start with about 5 minutes at a time and work up. Starting
with too much time will often lead to impatience and boredom
for children. After several sessions of 5 minutes each, slowly
work up to longer times using small increments.
Meditation for children helps encourage them to slow down
and relax. It can be used before bed to prepare them for sleep,
in the morning to get them ready for the day, and any time to
calm and focus them.
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