Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Workbook for Kids, Volume 1: 40+ Fun Activities & Comics to Learn to Self-Regulate, Find Peace, and Be Kind to Yoursel - Jamie Lynn Tatera
Does your child struggle with difficult feelings? Is your child hard on themselves? Life can be hard for kids. Mindfulness and self-compassion can help your child manage difficult emotions, find peace, and grow self-kindness. This book is packed with quotes from Real Kids, Comics, and Fun Activities to help kids, ages 7 to 12, become their happiest, most resilient selves. Activities from this therapist-recommended book are based on a parent-child adaptation of Dr. Kristin Neff's research-based Mindful Self-Compassion program. 5 Resilience Skills are taught as children move through a playful quest: Connection - Children learn that other kids struggle, too, and they are not alone. Mindfulness - Noticing our five senses, emotions, and body sensations can help kids self-regulate and be present. Self-Kindness - Kids learn to comfort themselves when things go wrong. Take in the Good - Noticing and enjoying the good things increases kids' joy. Helpful Actions - Kids learn to take actions to calm their body and mind. This 2024 Greater Good Science Center favorite is not your ordinary workbook! With relatable comic characters and animals, and a playful quest, your child won't even realize they're learning! Empower kids with resilience skills that will last a lifetime with the Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Workbook for Kids, Volume 1.