A few of you have asked me what meditations, relaxations I recommend for children and this was music to my ears as I do believe that the earlier you start the better (and the easier)!
Here are my recommendations, what was proven to be a hit with our three children:
Evening stories to read:
Dharmachari Nagaraja - Buddha at bedtime (short bedtime stories based on the teachings of Buddha, with a small question / conclusion to discuss with your child to plant the seed of the teaching deeper)
Dharmachari Nagaraja - The Buddha's apprentice at bedtime - same as Buddha at bedtimes stories, with more stories
Louis Legrand - Meditate like a Superhero (right there in the first chapter we learn the origin of all super powers - the belly breath)
Evening relaxations / guided meditation recordings to listen to:
Christiane Kerr - Enchanted meditations for kids
4 sets of guided relaxations and meditations:
1. Jellyfish/Dolphin
2. Rainbow
3. Butterfly/Enchanted garden
4. Hot air balloon
these recordings help with relaxation and the guided meditations give tools to the children how to cope with their stress & anxiety
Christiane Kerr - Ray of Calm relaxation for teenagers
Yoga Dvds to practice to:
(you can borrow these from my library if you would like to try before you buy)
Let me know how your little or not so little ones get on!
Namaste
Dora