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A woman and a young girl sit on the floor in a living room practicing yoga or mindfulness together. The woman is in a cross-legged seated pose with her hands on her knees, while the girl mimics a twist pose, both smiling warmly at each other. They are on a rug in front of a white couch, in a cozy, minimalistic space.
Kids and Teens

How to Model Mindfulness When Talking to Kids 

Kids are highly perceptive—so how can we give them feedback while also modeling mindfulness, calm, and kindness? Mindfulness Director and educator Alex Tzelnic shares tried-and-true tips for effective, mindful communication, whether in the classroom or at home. Read More

  • Alex Tzelnic
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Helping Kids Connect Through Face Masks at School—Makers, a mask, a bottle of hand sanitizer, a rainbow, pencil crayons, and other various classroom materials are spread over a bright yellow background.
Anxiety
Helping Kids Connect Through Face Masks at School 

Wearing masks and social distancing makes it harder for kids to connect with one another at school. Here’s how mindfulness director Adam Ortman is helping by incorporating more playfulness in the curriculum. Read More 

  • Sarah Robertson
  • November 3, 2021
Adam Avin, a teenager, standing and smiling on a sunny day
Health
Adam Avin on Teaching Mindfulness Skills to Kids 

Adam Avin saw his peers hurting and wanted to help them. In this interview, the now-16-year-old talks about the innovative ways he shares mindfulness skills with other kids and teens, sowing seeds for a happier and more peaceful future. Read More 

  • Amber Tucker
  • December 8, 2020
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