Meditation for Children - Tips for KidsUsing meditation for children can benefit their concentration and their emotional well-being. You can use guided meditation cds. if you like. They are easy to listen to and follow. Here are some great tips on getting started on your own. 1. Light a candle and do an open eye meditation. Kids love the fire. It is fascinating. (adult supervision please!) 2. Have them pick out a word or phrase to concentrate on (Thank you, Peace, Happy, I am smart, I am calm, etc.) and repeat throughout this quiet time. 3. Find a calming musical piece they like. 4. Set a timer for the child’s age in minutes. A four-year old, four minutes, an eight year old, eight minutes, etc. This prevents them from asking if its time to quit yet. 5. Do it with them. It’s a great pick me up and a time for bonding quietly together. You could also start doing it yourself then the child might want to "be like" mom or dad and follow your example. 6. Have them pick a special blanket to sit on during the meditation. 7. If they spent any time quiet and still, applaud their efforts even if they didn't make it through the whole time (even if its just be it 15 seconds). Its hard for adults to sit still for four minutes without our minds wandering. 8. Make it a special time by being excited about sharing it with them. Leave Meditation for Children and return to Natural Cure Alternatives Home |
