Article archive / December 1, 2012
Originally published: . Volume 4, No. 4. Source pages: 12.
Susan Andrews, PhD Neuropsychologist Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine LSUHSC Author of Stress Solutions for Pregnant Moms: How Breaking Free from Stress Can Boost Your Baby’s Potential. 10 Mindful Minutes by Goldie Hawn
“Recently, I saw Goldie Hawn talking about her New York Times bestseller, 10 Mindful Minutes: Giving Our Children – and Ourselves – the Social and Emotional Skills to Reduce Stress and Anxiety for Healthier, Happier Lives. As one who has practiced meditation for many years, I firmly believe in education teaching our children to use meditation to focus attention, manage emotions, and grow the Self. 10 Mindful Minutes is easy to read and full of practical exercises and ways to engage children. If you are a parent or if you work with children in your practice, you need this book in your arsenal.
Quotes from children and professionals fill the pages, like Janis (age 9), “I liked sitting and really listening to all the noises in the playground. It wasn’t until I really paid attention that I heard the birds singing in the trees – something I never noticed before.” By sitting and mindfully breathing for 10 minutes a day, anyone can strengthen the part of the prefrontal cortex involved in generating positive feelings – in just 8 weeks.”
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