This week's mindfulness practice might be better for slightly older children and adults, but there is real value in intentionally wishing happiness for others. The practice itself is a child-friendly version of metta bhavana, a traditional practice meant to cultivate compassion in Buddhists that has been adapted for an English-speaking audience (not an affiliate link). For myself, this was one of the most valuable meditations I learned back in high school at a gifted program retreat that focused on Buddhism. It has carried me in many times of difficulty by allowing me to open up my heart to people who have hurt me. I was excited to share this child-friendly version with my daughter. Like the past two weeks, this Loving-Kindness card is from the Mindful Kids card deck published by Barefoot Books (my affiliate link). Here is the adapted version for kids. Adults are welcome to use this one as well, but the linked one from the Center for Contemplative Mind in Society (link again) may work better for us.
I hope that this has been helpful, and I would love to read your comments below. Thanks as always for reading. Comments are closed.
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I'm Heidi, the lead teacher for Stone Bridge Academy. We are a homeschool serving one fabulous student. This blog occasionally uses affiliate links, which means that we will earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only link to products or services that we use and love in my family. These commissions allow me to continue providing helpful content here. Thank you for your support.
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