The goal of these short meditations is to harness classic and time-tested mindfulness techniques to help children's common anxieties and daily challenges. Topics range from addressing anxiety, getting a shot, and trying something new, to gratitude, embracing creativity, and meditation before taking a test or exam. The meditations have been developed in conjunction with Tara Segree, an educator and mindfulness practitioner with 17+ years of experience. Tara's work has positively impacted the lives of many children across the globe. These meditations are intended for children ages 6+. The topics are inspired by mindfulness and growth mindset themes from the award-winning animated series "The Paper Girls Show". Find more information and resources at https://www.papergirls.com/meditations and https://www.youtube.com/thepapergirlsshowNarration by: Tara Segree, an experienced educator and mindfulness practitioner with 17+ years experience whose work has positively impacted the lives of many children across the globe.Produced by: Global Tinker, Inc., an award-winning children's media studio inspiring young minds through STEM content, products and curriculum that extend from traditional print media to digital eBooks and animations, and online material for desktop and mobile platforms.
With all the strife in our world today, we can feel helpless and do not know what to do. But together, we can make a difference. We can send peace to those who need it. We can all do our little part to make this earth a more peaceful planet. Sit for a few minutes and allow your breath to blanket our earth in peace.
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Animals can fill our heart with love and always make our day brighter. In this meditation, we spend some time with our favorite animal or pet to breathe and take some time to bring calm to our day.
Mindfulness is an important theme in 'The Paper Girls Show'. Together with "Making" and "Mistakes", they create the "3 M's of The Paper Girls Show", which serve as the series' pi...
Having a restful night's sleep is essential for our well-being, as it sets the stage for a wonderful day ahead. In the moments that follow, we'll embark on a peaceful journey guided by the gentle cloud of sleep. So, find your comfortable spot, whether it's in bed or a cozy place of your choosing, and let us begin this soothing meditation to ensure you have the most restful night's sleep.
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It is important to learn to take in the moment and to just be who we are. Embracing the essence of our true selves and learning to savor each moment is a special skill we can cultivate. By consciously tuning into our breath, the world around us, and our feelings, we embark on a path that leads to a joyful and peaceful mind.
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"Healing Hearts" is a compassionate meditation journey designed to help children grapple with the complexities of loss. Through guided breathing exercises and affirmations, it nurtures an understanding that love persists even in absence, fostering gratitude and a lasting connection with loved ones who have passed.
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Children face immense pressure to meet society's high standards of perfection. It is important that children are reminded that they are enough and are already perfect in their evolution as a human being here on earth.
Mindfulness is an important theme in 'The Paper Girls Show'. Together with "Making" and "Mistakes", they create the "3 M's of The Paper Girls Show", which se...
Difficult people are a part of life. This guided meditation helps children gain insight and tap into their strength and resilience in how to cope with bullying.
Mindfulness is an important theme in 'The Paper Girls Show'. Together with "Making" and "Mistakes", they create the "3 M's of The Paper Girls Show", which serve as the series' pillars. "Make things Mindfully – ...
We all feel lonely from time to time, but if we can make peace with the loneliness, we can actually use this time to tap into our creativity and maybe even discover something new about ourselves. Turning loneliness into a time to create or rest is a great gift we can give ourselves. Time with friends and people we love will come again, but for now, it is ok to be by one's self.
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Being afraid to fail is unnecessary. Failure is what helps us to learn better, create something better, and learn how to do something better the next time. It is so important for our children to understand that failure is part of life and helps us evolve and do things differently. More importantly, everyone fails! No one is perfect and everyone fails in their life many times. It is just one of the many things that helps us to becom...
Social anxiety is something that all of us deal with. When we can incorporate our breath as a tool to calm, we gain confidence trusting in ourselves. Our breath is our super power and has the power to relax us so that we can accomplish anything, whether that is meeting new people, raising our hand to answer a question in class, or trying something new.
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Making Mistakes - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids: This mindfulness and breathing exercise encourages listeners to embrace their mistakes and foster a growth mindset.
Everyone makes mistakes in life. While it may not seem like it at the time, mistakes can actually be viewed as a gift since they often help place us on a path to greatness. Mistakes are also part and parcel of growing up and the learning process associated wit...
"I am as Strong as a Tree" - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids: This mindfulness and breathing exercise is all about finding resilience and strength.
Nature can provide us with solace, especially if we take the time to reflect and notice all that it represents. Connecting and reflecting on the strength of trees can in turn helps us connect internally and notice the strength and resilience that reside within us.
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Gratitude for Mothers - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids: This mindfulness and breathing exercise expresses gratitude and appreciation for mother figures in our lives.
Gratitude for our mothers, care givers, and even mother earth, is a powerful way to feel love for those women in our lives. Take the time to feel that love in your heart as you rest in your breath.
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"I am a Peacemaker" - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids: This mindfulness and breathing exercise encourages listeners to find peaceful moments from within and to share it with others.
We all have access to peace within our hearts. When we are challenged, it is easy to forget that we have the capability to tap into that peace, and become peace. The more we tap into our internal peace, the more we are able to become a p...
"The Big Love in My Little Heart" - 5 Minute Meditation for Children Facing Hardships: This mindfulness and breathing exercise is meant to help children when they are experiencing times of disruption, unease, or general anxiety.
Life can be heavy. When we are faced with unknowns, it is easy to become fearful. Finding the love in our hearts can help to bring a sense of calm and peace to our world, even if just to...
Mindfulness Practice Before Exams and Tests - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids: This mindfulness and breathing exercise helps children relax and build confidence before they take a test or exam.
Our students are under so many pressures, and taking a test can cause performance anxiety. Many students feel that they ARE their test scores when we know there are endless other factors that make up our child. Assessments can be used...
Addressing Anxiety - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids: This mindfulness and breathing exercise helps children calm down when they experience anxiety.
Anxiety is very real and can be overwhelming for all of us, especially children. Breathing and positive affirmations can have a calming effect that helps ease fears. Once children know these tools, they can tap into them at any time of the day.
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Trying Out for a Team - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids: This mindfulness and breathing exercise helps sooth children's anxieties and build self confidence before tryouts and auditions.
Trying out for a school or sports team, or auditioning for a play or musical, can bring about anxiety. This meditation promotes visualization and positive affirmations as means to boost self-confidence.
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Being Thankful - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids: This mindfulness and breathing exercise encourages children to explore gratitude in their lives.
When we are thankful for the things in life, we feel that our heart is full of love. This meditation practices being mindful of the gratitude we have in our hearts.
Mindfulness is an important theme in 'The Paper Girls Show'. Together with "Making" and...
Getting a Shot - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids: This mindfulness and breathing exercise helps calm children down before visiting the doctor's office.
Getting a shot can cause fear and anxiety in many children. The goal of the breathing exercises in this meditation is to help calm children prior to and during their doctor's appointment.
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