A weekly 15-minute meditation which works for both kids and grown-ups! Benefits: improved self awareness, deep relaxation and better focus.
One of the foundations of mental health is awareness. That’s why the body scan exercise is such a powerful tool. As far as ‘meditation’ practices go, this one for me feels the most visceral…you can actually feel it working. Plus you come out the other end in a super calm, peaceful and connected place. The littlest ones might find this a challenge - so tell them before they start, this might be one they find tricky…teeing it up as a challenge can often help kids lift their game and want to give it a go! Especially when you do it with them!
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The Owl and the Guard Dog | Zen Den
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Finding Your Happy Place | Zen Den
Anchoring means thinking of something that makes us feel happy - like hugging a dog! In this Zen Den app exclusive, Jaime teaches us how to find our own anchor or 'happy place' and when to use it!
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How To Deal With Bereavement | Zen Den
In this 10 minute film, Jaime explains how hard it can be when someone we know dies and how all our feelings get jumbled up. She helps you to process these emotions by doing something positive and creating a memory box.
This film is for children who have lost someone, but it can also help all k...
