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EP13: Meditation for Children (Tips)
Meditation tips for kids to increase positive energy. to increase the point of view Prepare for the wider world
Starting to practice meditation from a young age useful for children Both physically and mentally. The secret is to create daily routines for your children. Let’s have fun together
Try to notice if your child has this symptom or not?
Desperate, sedentary, easily distracted, does not pay attention, has to tell or repeat orders, likes to talk in class, has a bad memory, is forgetful, has a disorganized handwriting, writes slowly, does not like to read. weaker grades social problems lack of self-confidence Reject and block learning new things.
The symptoms mentioned above are manifested in children with a lack of concentration. Or we can call it by the name we know better. “short attention span”
So what is the cause of short attention span?
The real cause of the Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children is caused by a combination of factors, the main ones being:
genetic factors Up to 75% of the disease can be passed on from parents.
neurological factors Children with ADHD have a function of the frontal lobe of the brain. that controls the subject of meditation and less self-control than usual
environmental factors If a mother consumes alcohol and/or smokes during pregnancy, it is another reason for the child to have ADHD, including premature birth. and having a low birth weight as well and one more reason That can cause children to have ADHD symptoms is “ parenting” because there are no rules of parenting. And the direction is certain, fixed, arbitrary and upbringing that is not consistent or in the same direction of parents or even that children Staying with a mobile phone screen or electronic media too much will make the child normal. They have symptoms similar to those of children with ADHD, which is known as “ artificial attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ” .
How can we fix ADHD symptoms?
taking medicine According to the doctor’s prescription , the doctor will prescribe the drug according to the age and symptoms of the child in order to stimulate the drug. causing the secretion of neurotransmitters in the brain to increase However, therapeutic use of medications has limitations as well, as some medications can cause other side effects as well.
behavior modification and stimulate child development Behavior modification and stimulation of child development It will help children learn to control their emotions. and make children develop each aspect appropriately child’s age Help children to learn and focus on things. for a longer time
healthy eating eating useful will help promote balance chemicals in the brain Make the brain work more efficiently But if the child eats certain foods that contain sugar or have too much caffeine. It will further stimulate the child’s attention deficit symptoms to increase.
Meditating
Meditation for children is not a practice for children to sit still for 10 minutes. Parents should teach children that mental health is as important as physical health. During meditation practice and after meditation It is the most important part that makes children Get to know yourself better and make them able to manage their feelings better
Whenever the children feeling sleepy or sad or lethargic Try the suggestions below along with them. and observe how the emotion reacts and how the energy level has changed Sometimes just sitting up straight can wake your body and mind. and give you positive energy
Zip Up and Sit Up
Imagine that today is a cold and sunny day. You have to wear a sweater. and your (imaginary) sunglasses before heading out to play. This is a good start to your day and puts you in a good position for further meditation. For example, you can meditate in bed. For the morning when you don’t want to get out of bed.
- Sit cross-legged on the floor or on the bed
- Let’s say you’re wearing a zippered sweater. It starts from your belly button to your neck.
- Sit up straight and imagine zipping it up and saying “zip it up zzzzz” out loud to straighten your back.
- Then it’s time to put on your sunglasses. your by making 2 circles by touching both index fingers with thumb, then hold the rest of your fingers
- Go to your eyes and look into the distance. As far as you can see
- Then put on the sunglasses. Get down on your knees, keeping your back straight. You and your child are ready to meditate.
- Then close your eyes and mouth. and then imagine that you are breathing in a cold breeze through your nose. Then open your mouth and exhale, saying, “Ahhhh.” As you take in the cool air, inhale and exhale like that, 3 to 8 more times.
- Then try to open your eyes and relax your hands. and notice how your body feels.
Parents, try to practice meditation for your children as a habit by trying to practice it regularly like brushing your teeth or having breakfast. so that they can reach greater awareness The benefits to the body and the next mind
