
09/23/2025
There are many simple, age-appropriate ways to introduce meditation to children. 🧘♀️ You can explain that meditation is when we practice quieting our thoughts and focusing our attention on one thing. 💭✨ Keep in mind, children won’t stay in silent meditation for long, so start small (30 seconds to 2 minutes) and gradually build from there. ⏳🌱
🌬 Counting Breath:
Begin with a simple 3-count breath, gradually working up to inhaling and exhaling for a 5-count. 🌿
🕉 Mantra:
Introduce a Sanskrit mantra like OM or use positive affirmations such as “I AM” mantras. 💖
👌 Mudra:
Incorporate mudras, symbolic hand gestures in yoga, to enhance focus. Mudras and mantras can be practiced together. ✌️
🛌 Yoga Nidra/Body Scan:
Guide children through Yoga Nidra or a body scan, both of which promote deep relaxation and awareness. 😌💤