Practice Mindfulness at Home for Families and Children

Mindfulness is paying attention to what's happening right now and letting thoughts and worries come and go without judgment. It can be anything or whatever you are feeling, or hearing. Studies have found that teaching children Meditation and Mindfulness skills can help reduce stress, reduce anxiety, and increase focus and self-regulation.

Mindfulness activities in the family increase family happiness, compassion, and increase the spiritual connection between family members, especially in families with children with ADHD or depression.

In this video, Dr. Diane Gehart guides families to set a habit to practice mindfulness at home for 2-5 minutes every day.

Following these key moments in this video:
0:16 - Are people motivated?
1:06 - Expectations for mindfulness
1:46 - When is the best time to practice
2:05 - The shorter the time frame the better
2:30 - Sound meditation