4 Simple Ways to Slow Down & Embrace the Moment with Your Kids this Fall
Between busy back-to-school schedules and everyday life chaos, you may be craving a sense of calm in your life now more than ever. And even amidst the chaos (think: toddler tantrums and endless piles of laundry), it’s still possible to enjoy a moment of peace and quiet — seriously, I mean it.
Sound too good to be true? Here are four simple ways to slow down and embrace the moment this fall (with your kiddos).
1. Practice Positive Affirmations
Affirmations are a wonderful tool to instill self-love and confidence, and it’s never too early to start practicing with your littles. You can start by reciting simple “I Am” affirmations like “I am brave.” Grab the “Mindful & Magical Me” Kids Inspiration Deck for more kid-friendly prompts.
2. Start a Family Gratitude Jar
There’s no better way to appreciate the now than by practicing gratitude. Get the whole family involved by keeping a gratitude jar — where each family member writes down one thing they’re grateful for at the end of the day and pops it into the jar. This is such a wonderful way to honor all the blessings in your life while making room for more to flow in!
3. Embrace Your Inner Child
Kids play all day, but when was the last time you let your guard down and had some ol’ fashioned fun? Take a lesson from your little ones and embrace your inner child this fall. Whether it’s coloring in an adult coloring book, hosting a fun family pizza night or building a fort with the kids, make an attempt to bring more joy and play into your life this season!
4. Get Grounded
Fall is a season for getting grounded and going back to your roots. If you’re feeling particularly stressed or anxious this time of year, your body may be telling you to slow down.
Next time you find yourself or your kiddos feeling frazzled, practice some grounding exercises — including grounding yoga poses (such as child’s pose), walking barefoot outside, or incorporating grounding root vegetables — like sweet potatoes — into your family’s meal plan. If all else fails, in the words of Daniel Tiger, “Take a deep breath and let it go.”
Looking for more mindfulness tools for your family? Check out the “Mindful & Magical Me” Kids Inspiration Deck — filled with 35 nature-inspired cards to help kids tune in, practice mindfulness, and have fun.
