Vikki SpellerMornings can set the tone for the entire day, especially for children. Creating a positive morning routine that focuses on mindfulness and love, helps children start their day feeling grounded, confident and supported.
So, how can you incorporate mindfulness into your child’s morning routine to make the start of each day more peaceful and encouraging? Here are a few simple practices that nurture their emotional wellbeing and can easily become part of your family’s morning rituals.
1. Mindful Breathing to Start the Day
Before the rush of the day begins, take a few minutes to practice mindful breathing with your child. Sit together and guide them to take a few slow, deep breaths, paying attention to the sensation of the air entering and leaving their bodies. You can say something like, “Let’s take three deep breaths together to feel calm and ready for the day.”
Mindful breathing is a powerful tool for grounding children in the present moment. It helps them become more aware of their emotions, whether they’re feeling excited, anxious, or even grumpy about the day ahead. This practice can be the perfect reset, creating a calm and focused start to the day.
2. A Mindful Task During Breakfast
Mindfulness isn’t just for quiet moments, it can be incorporated into everyday tasks, like breakfast. Invite your child to notice the colours, smells and tastes of the food they are eating. Ask them how the food makes them feel, encouraging them to slow down and appreciate the present moment. This simple mindfulness practice helps children start their day with awareness, helping them feel more connected to their surroundings and their body.
3. Mirror Magic for Self-Acceptance
Another wonderful addition to the morning routine is practicing “mirror magic.” This involves standing in front of the mirror with your child and encouraging them to say something kind to themselves. It could be a compliment about how they look or a positive statement about something they’re proud of. Over time, this practice nurtures self-acceptance and fosters a positive body image.
By incorporating these mindful practices into your child’s morning routine, you’re helping them develop emotional resilience, self-love and a positive outlook. It’s a gift that will serve them for years to come.
If you’re looking for more ideas on how to incorporate mindfulness into your child’s life, my book Finding the Magic of Love is a wonderful resource opening up conversations around self-love. It’s a heartwarming story about a child’s journey to discover love, which includes bonus mindfulness tools that can make a big difference in your child’s emotional wellbeing. I hope it becomes a special part of your family’s routine and helps your child embrace their own unique magic.
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With love and blessings,
Vikki Speller
Intuitive Life Coach – Meditation and Mindfulness Practitioner – Holistic Counsellor
Best-Selling Author – International Speaker
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