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Prior to School Year 1 to 3 Year 4 to 6 Year 7 to 10 (Middle School) Years 11 to 12 (Senior Years)

Mindfulness Meditation

At each developmental stage mindfulness can be a useful tool for helping children and students to experience personal alertness. Being fully present, taking a breath, and not beholden to reactive thoughts and feelings requires careful attention to thoughts, feelings, and environment. These activities can be conducted daily building attention, calmness and perspective.

It is important to acknowledge the difference and connectedness of mindfulness and meditation. Mindfulness can be practised anytime, anywhere, and with anyone by showing up and being fully engaged in the here and now. Meditation is usually practised for a specific amount of time. Mindfulness supports and enriches meditation, while meditation nurtures and expands mindfulness.

Almost any activity you can think of can be done mindfully … or not. Playing a musical instrument, driving in a car, cooking or walking can all be mindful experiences if they are given focused, curious attention.

Mindful Breathing

Sitting or standing still and focused – concentrate on one breath cycle at a time – breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth – let your body move with the breath. Let go of your thoughts – empty your mind. Watch your breath – as it enters and leaves your body.

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Prior to School Year 1 to 3 Year 4 to 6 Year 7 to 10 (Middle School) Years 11 to 12 (Senior Years)

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