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Mindful Days

As a class we practice Mindfulness.


I turn on some calming music. Friends find a spot in the classroom all on their own. We lay down for about two minutes. Then by the time I count to three they sit criss cross with a hand on their chest and hand on their belly. I choose a friend to lead us in mindful breaths. On the last chime friends come to the circle when they can not hear the bell anymore. 

It is a wonderful activity to do as a group. We talk about why we do it and the benefits of it.

Happy Monday!

I hope you are able to find mindfulness in your day!
Love,
Miss Brehm

p.s. Tomorrow is Stuffed Animal Day! 

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