Practicing Mindfulness

There has been research completed on how beneficial mindfulness is in the lives of people. Read more on the benefits of mindfulness and view the latest scientific studies.

 

breathing exercise

 

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Click here to learn about the parts of your brain and the role each part plays in your learning, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

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Three Senses Mindfulness Activity for Kids, Teens, and Grown-ups - Blissful Kids

Use this easy mindfulness activity to calm down, reduce anxiety, and learn refocusing skills. Great for kids, teens and grown-ups.

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 Mindfulness for Children - Take Five - Blissful Kids

A super simple exercise for children and youth. Use it on-the-spot to calm down when overwhelmed. Try mindfulness for children!

Virtual Calming Room - Rosemount-Apple Valley - Eagan ISD 196

Check out the Virtual Calming Room set up by Independent School District 196 from Rosemount, MN. Tons of calming videos and links to live animal cams!

 

FCPS Healthy Minds Blog: Mindfulness Routines

Read the Seven Ideas for Incorporating Mindfulness into Your Routine While Children are Home blog to learn about mindfulness, anxiety, how to add mindfulness strategies to your routine and more from FCPS.

 

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