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Kids and Teens

Welcome to Mindful.org's health section for kids and teens, a dedicated space where parents, educators, and caregivers can find mindfulness resources tailored for children's well-being. Our content is designed to nurture young minds, offering engaging articles, activities, and guided practices that promote emotional health, concentration, and a positive mindset in kids. From playful mindfulness exercises to strategies for coping with anxiety, our resources help children build resilience and develop healthy habits for life.
Kids and Teens
The Mindful Survey: School 

Pep rallies... Bag lunches... Jazz improv? This issue we asked readers about school, and the answers might teach you a thing or two. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • September 3, 2015
Anxiety
Parenting While Present 

Parenting—it's no walk in the park. But sometimes we find a refreshed sense of purpose and engagement with our children in those mundane, park-walk moments. Read More 

  • Mitch Abblett
  • August 12, 2015
Anxiety
Mindfulness in the Waiting Room 

How one question from my son's therapist helped me make crucial decisions about the course of my child’s treatment and my own mental health. Read More 

  • Diana Renn
  • July 29, 2015
A young girl with long dark hair sits on a bench, intently looking at a large book or menu on the table in front of her. Beside her, an adult with short dark hair and glasses leans in, providing guidance as they bring mindfulness home by reading together.
Calm
5 Ways to Bring Mindfulness Home 

Connecting with your family is crucial to everyone’s well-being. Here are some things to keep in mind as you make the effort. Read More 

  • Elisha Goldstein and Stefanie Goldstein
  • July 24, 2015
how to have empathy for the naughty kids
Calm
Have Empathy for the “Naughty” Kids 

You know the ones: They punch, kick, swear, and generally give us a hard time. Mitch Abblett, Ph.D., explores our perception of naughty kids and how we can change it with a little mindfulness. Read More 

  • Mitch Abblett
  • June 15, 2015
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