Here is a nice simple breathing technique that you can do with your child. It is a lovely one to facilitate going within to a peaceful place. Also know as Bhramari, this pranayama technique has many benefits but most of all it’s fun! Sit cross legged with a nice straight back. Use your thumbs to block your ears gently and your index fingers rest
I was so blessed to be able to run meditation at a nearby Kindergarten. 20 plus 4-5 year old children…wow!!! You might ask how on earth can you get that many children of that age group to be still, quiet and meditate!! Well the answer is, I didn’t, I am not a Magician! 🙂 We talked about what meditation is, in a way that
I’ve just added a new one… tried and tested and I feel it suits the 7 years plus Primary School child. It’s an experience to notice and become aware and then engage in a gorgeous gentle journey with a butterfly. Here’s a preview: It’s available on the Shop page. I hope you enjoy it! Blessings Julie
Children are so very spontaneous and creative. We can foster this with Guided Visualisation Meditation. Give them permission to Daydream! It’s where miracles and manifestation starts! Guided Visualisation is one technique to Meditation, and can support in opening the channel of creativity so that the child learns to be a great problem solver, an inventor of their future, a manifest miracle worker! They are
Can an under 5 year old understand and benefit from Guided Visualisation Meditation? I believe so. When it is delivered with love and feeling, I feel the child “picks up” on this despite the language or concepts used, so at the very least they can be wrapped up in safety and love for a few precious minutes. However, I feel so blessed to receive
Well done for embarking on a magical journey of creation, peace and love. You are very brave. When we start anything new, it can feel overwhelming or daunting. It’s a leap of faith! It can take courage to keep going when the benefits are not always obvious. I can only say from experience that the benefits come and the results can be miraculous, but
When meditating with young children, things may not go as planned so there may be a few things to keep in mind: They wriggle! They may leave their eyes open (this is okay!) They may giggle, squeal and be so excited that they want to tell you what they are seeing (you can gently remind them that for now it is quiet time, and
Breathing techniques are a great introduction to the calming art of meditation. Start by introducing the breathing technique when the child is relatively calm, and only for a few minutes. You may like to sit or lay down and just gently guide your child to notice what their body does while breathing, here’s an example of how I might guide a child: “You might
Hello friend I am so pleased to announce the re launch of www.childrensmeditation.com.au There are new meditations available and more to come… As a re launch special I would like to offer you a humble gift or discount coupon as the Techs call it!! Please, if you feel so inclined as to make a purchase from the new improved Shop Page, then add in
