Mini-Lesson #16- Mindful Monday in Nature

Happy Mindfulness Monday!  On today's mini-lesson I take you on a little field trip behind my house to talk to you about practicing mindfulness in nature.

Follow Up Activities:

• Create or find a spot to sit and practice being mindful.  It could be outside or inside.  You can use our previous lessons about focusing on our breathing or you could use your senses to notice what you hear, see, and feel.

• Take a mindful walk.  While practicing social distancing, walk slowly in nature.  Pay attention to the rhythm of your feet again the ground and the movement of your body.  Look for signs of spring as you walk.  How many can you find?

• Lay on your back on a hammock or on the ground and study the clouds.  Imagine yourself floating around on a big fluffy, white cloud.  You can also look for shapes and objects in the clouds.

• Check out this article for more ideas:  http://theparentcollaboratory.com/5-nature-based-mindfulness-activities-for-young-children-a-guest-blogger/

• Can't go outside?  Use these pictures or find your own.  You can also close your eyes and use your imagination to visualize yourself outside and enjoying nature.