family

MINDFUL in FAMILY
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
A young person with glasses lies on a bed, propped on one elbow, focused on a smartphone in their hand. They wear a beige t-shirt and blue shorts. The bed is covered with white sheets, and the room has natural light coming in from a window in the background.
Kids and Teens
Mindful Summer Camps 

Kids can enjoy hiking, swimming, and s’mores—and opt for yoga and meditation, too. Check out what’s available this summer. Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • February 17, 2014
Two paper dolls holding hands in front of a city.
Kids and Teens
Reconnect as a family 

Family life can be very, very busy. Here, Susan Kaiser Greenland suggests ways in which we might reconnect with our loved ones and the world around us. Read More 

  • Line Goguen-Hughes
  • April 4, 2012
A close-up black and white photograph of a child giving a kiss to an adult's cheek. The adult's left eye is closed, and they are smiling slightly. The child has curly hair, and both individuals' faces show tenderness and affection, capturing a perfect moment for a day for dads.
Kids and Teens
A Day for Dads 

Whatever your plans for Father's Day, appreciation, memories, forgiveness, reflection, and simple kindness can all play a part. Read More 

  • Line Goguen-Hughes
  • June 8, 2011
helping families
Kids and Teens
Helping families with special needs kids 

Parents of children with special needs will be able to take part in free services for the entire month of June at The Mindfulness Center in Bethesda, Maryland.  Read More 

  • Line Goguen-Hughes
  • June 6, 2011
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Kids and Teens
Mothers and Transitions 

In honor of Mother’s Day, here is a selection of stories relating to childbirth, parenting, caring for aging parents and dealing with their passing—with mindfulness. Read More 

  • Line Goguen-Hughes
  • May 4, 2011
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