How To House Train A Puppy

How To House Train A Puppy

If you’ve been following along on my Instagram, you will know we’ve taken on a new family member with four legs, named Louie. He’s a French Bulldog, and right now, he’s right over 4 months old. I was worried about the time commitment and potty training process. But I’ve been able to make it easier than I thought!

Here’s a little picture for you to see what I mean when I say I have a hard time getting mad at

How To House Train A Puppyhim. He’s such a cute little guy, and I knew I was going to be easy on him when it came to discipline because of his breed and because he is such a cutie!

How To House Train A Puppy

House training your puppy should not be a hard or long process. All you need is treats, timing, and a crate to get a housebroken puppy in a few days.

When people have problems housebreaking their puppy, they often blame it on the dog’s lack of intelligence or stubbornness. The truth is that the problem comes from the training; in other words, the owner.

Errors people make when housebreaking a puppy

The most common error I see people do when house training their puppies is not going outside with him. During the training, you absolutely need to go outside with your puppy. If you don’t, it will lead to a big problem: bad timing.

Let’s say you send the dog outside, and after he urinates, call him back in to give him a treat. What you just did is positive reinforcement for coming back inside, which is good. But the dog did absolutely not make the link between urinating outside and the treat because the timing was off. The same thing happens if you go outside with him but call him back to you before giving him the treat. You reinforce coming back when called, which again is good, but doesn’t help with ‘’potty’’ training!

Another common error is to talk too much! People take their pup outside and bombard them with encouragements that don’t mean anything to the dog, which is just confusing and distracting him from his ‘’task’’.

How to quickly house train puppies

How To House Train A PuppyFirst of all, a puppy needs to go outside quite a few times during a day:

First thing in the morning, after a meal, after playtime, after a nap, before going to bed, and after crate time.

The age of the puppy also dictates how often he needs to go. A puppy can hold his urine for a number of hours equivalent to his age in months plus 1. For example, a three-month-old puppy can hold it for 4 hours (although when they are asleep, they can go longer).

Unfortunately, puppies do not come into this world, knowing that they can or have to hold their urine or feces. Since your new buddy doesn’t know he is not supposed to go into the house, he will do it anytime he feels the need. This means you have to watch him! When he starts sniffing the ground like he’s following a trail, take him outside.

For the moments when you can’t watch him (including during the night), I have one word: crate.

The crate makes housebreaking any puppy a breeze. Dogs don’t like to eliminate where they sleep, so by being crated, he will realize he can hold (although not for very long at first) his urine and feces.

For this to work through, the crate needs not to be too large because the puppy will then eliminate in one part of the crate and sleep in another part. It is also very important that the crate is introduced to the puppy in a positive manner and does not represent a punishment.

The more you avoid him having accidents in the house, the easier the training will be, because every time a dog urinates or defecates inside, he becomes more inclined to do it again.

Avoid giving him occasions to have accidents in the house by watching and crating him.

If he does have an accident inside and you catch him doing it, pick him up without a word and take him outside. Reward him if he finishes outside. If you don’t catch him in the act, all you can do is clean. Do not, I repeat, do not ever punish him or put his nose in his pee or poop. This will just confuse him even more.

Now that you know how to avoid accidents in the house and when to take your puppy outside, the rest is going to be really easy.

Once outside, you need to have a treat ready in your hand and follow your pup around (without talking to him), so you are always within arms reach. When he starts urinating, say the command you want to use for this, like ‘’go pee’’, on the same tone you would use to give this command. When he’s finished, at the very second urine or feces stop coming out, give him the treat and tell him he’s a good boy. The treat needs to be eaten before he even takes one step.

By doing this, you are doing two things:

1. reinforce urinating or defecating outside
2. creating an association between the command and the act
3. Do this for a few days, and you will have a house trained dog that will eliminate on command!

Housebreaking quick review

Take your puppy outside first thing the morning, after each meal, after playtime, after crate time, after a nap, and before bedtime.
A puppy can hold his urine for a number of hours equivalent to his age in months plus 1, but only once he understands he has to hold it.
Watch your puppy for signs of imminent elimination.
When you can’t watch him (including during the night), put him in his crate.
Say the command while he does it.
Get the treat in his mouth at the very moment he is done and tell him he’s a good boy.

 

As all dog owners know, house training a puppy is an essential part of pet ownership. Fortunately, there are a number of different methods that can be used to teach your puppy where to potty. One common method is crate training, which involves confining your puppy to a small space when you cannot directly supervision. This helps to prevent accidents by giving your puppy limited access to the house. Another option is to use baby gates or puppy pads to create designated potty areas. Regardless of which method you choose, it is important to be consistent and patient as you teach your puppy where to go. With a little time and effort, even the most stubborn puppy will learn where they are supposed to go potty. And one last tip — if you’ve had a puppy in the past, that’s great, however no two puppies are the same. What worked the first time may not work this time. Make sure to have patience and be consistent and have fun. Your pup will be grown before you know it!

Why Working at Home May Become the New Norm, Post-COVID

This time last year, the term “work from home parent” probably brought to mind an image of a frazzled
mom who ran an MLM business from her couch. Less often, it made you think of a dad who did web
design from the garage or a mom who ran an Etsy business out of a spare bedroom.

In reality, there were probably hundreds of thousands of businesses being run by parents who chose to stay at home, running the gamut from self-trained gourmet foodies who ran catering businesses from their kitchens to
college-educated women running million-dollar marketing companies from their basement. They ran their businesses using technology from Zoom, Slack, GoPro, and more. These businesses ran quietly behind the scenes.

Why Working at Home May Become the New Norm Post-COVID

In mid-March 2020, corporations worldwide began shutting down and sending employees home to work due to the outbreak of COVID-19. Within weeks, the technology that had powered small businesses was powering big business as remote employees began using it to connect real-time. Crowded interstates became barren wastelands, and laptops became scarce physical goods as companies transitioned their employees to remote workers. There were a few bumps for most companies. But overall, people made the change pretty well.

By May, companies were talking about making the changes permanent.

According to Progressive Policy, as many as two-thirds of American workers moved to work-at-home
positions thanks to COVID. While the traditional employer stance against work at home or even flex-
time employment has been worry about whether or not their employees would actually, well, work,
while they were working at home, corporations saw an improvement in employee productivity as
commute times disappeared. In-office distractions were reduced, even though most workers with
families were also trying to juggle managing distance learning for older children. Many were trying to
work while taking care of infants and toddlers because daycare was completely unavailable. And they
made it work. Parents worked odd hours, traded off computer time, and distracted preschoolers with
tablets and Netflix, but the work got done.

Twitter has made work from home the default for their employees. Progressive Insurance is keeping
most of its employees home into 2021. It wouldn’t be surprising to see moves like these become trends
in specific sectors: tech, financial services, marketing, etc. Of course, not everyone will be able to work
from home. Grocery stores will still need to be stocked, and roads will still need to be built, and
someone will still need to make sure the coffee gets made at Dunkin. But Stanford Research expects
that even after COVID finally comes to pass, around 40% of American workers will be based at home, up
from 5% before the pandemic started.

What does that mean for those of us that were at home before Corona?

It could mean better and less expensive tech. As more companies rely on technology to keep remote
workers connected, we should expect to see that technology improves and decreases in cost. Of course,
as the demand increases, there are going to be some hiccups. Much like Zoom's problems in the spring
of 2020 with hacked meetings and classes, we may see some issues creep up in software that is essential
to our work. Flexibility will be the order of the day!

Increasing the number of remote workers serves corporations in several ways. First of all, they will be
able to decrease the amount of space they take up, thus reducing their carbon footprint and the cost of doing business. Why rent one hundred office spaces spread over four floors in prime downtown office space if your workforce is just as functional with a single floor of shared space with plenty of charging ports for people to come in and use as needed and a conference room for private meetings that can’t be handled online?

Next, remote working makes most people happier.

They aren’t spending time commuting. They aren’t stuck in a room they don’t want to be in. And they often aren’t bound to a standard nine-to-five schedule. And even when they are, they get their time back right at the end of their shift, instead of having to wait for that often grueling drive home.

Finally, remote working allows for people who aren’t traditional learners or workers to function in a way
that benefits them. Some people are naturally night owls. If your company has gone remote and doesn’t
need you to be available at a specific time, then starting work at seven in the evening is perfect for you.
If you were recently in an accident and needed to attend physical therapy three days a week, you’re not
putting anyone out if you don’t start working until after lunch. If your spouse works days in a role where
she can’t be flexible, and daycare is still scarce because of COVID, then you can watch your child during
the day, and your spouse can take over in the evenings while you work.

Having more remote workers will be beneficial to us as a society. We will be better able to negotiate job
terms, end up with jobs where we are happier, and work more beneficial schedules. Corporations will
find having more remote workers valuable as well, with decreased real estate costs and more satisfied
employees, which will result in lowered retention costs.

Homeschooling Vs Remote Learning

Before you decide whether you are going to homeschool your kids or enroll them in a remote learning program, you need to factor in several things. As a mother who has been doing the remote learning for about a month now, and I can tell you, it’s not as easy as it sounds. I thought I was going to be able to do the things I heard my Mother-In-Law and Grandma-In-Law say they did when homeschooling back in the day, but I haven’t been able to do any of those things. Both homeschooling and remote learning have challenges and strengths. You need to understand them well to be able to make an informed decision.

Homeschooling vs Remote Learning

Homeschooling Pros

One of the main pros of homeschooling is that it offers you absolute flexibility. You have the power to choose what your kids will learn, when to take breaks, curriculums to use, learning patterns and so much more.

You can track your child’s learning progress because you get instant feedback from them. And you can tell where they are struggling. And find ways to fix this issue with ease since you are physically together the whole time.

You have access to resources and supplies that you can use to make your homeschool successful. Many of these resources are free or can be acquired at a low price.

Homeschooling also creates a good bond between you and the kid. You will have challenging moments occasionally. But the flexibility offered by homeschooling implies that you can easily take breaks or work with your schedule. It’s easy to have fun when homeschooling and engaging your kids in fun craft projects.

Homeschooling Cons

Homeschooling can be engaging and if you do not have a good support system, you are likely to experience homeschooling burnout.

You are not an expert in all the subjects your child is supposed to learn. This means that your level of teaching might be limited. Unlike in a classroom environment where qualified teachers tackle different subjects, in homeschooling, you will be teaching all subjects. This might feel intimidating to you and make you feel inadequate sometimes when you don’t understand a certain concept.

If you have other obligations, homeschooling can be tough. There is a delicate balance between teaching, working, and taking care of other chores that need your attention at home.

Remote learning pros

The main advantage of remote learning is that your kids will be connected to their teachers and probably other students as well. This means that they have the chance to interact online with everyone, talk to each other, and share the challenges they are facing with their school work. They also get help and inspiration. Talking to other people is good for their social life as well.

Remote learning allows schools and teachers to continue teaching kids even in times of crisis (such as this lockdown). This enables the kids to stay focused and ready to go back to the classroom environment when everything goes back to normalcy.

Remote learning is affordable. Most schools charge less for remote learning compared to traditional classroom learning. Your kids will also have access to a lot of resources to make their learning efficient.

Remote learning cons

Remote learning can never replace traditional face-to-face classroom learning and interaction. In classroom learning, the feedback is immediate and the teacher can tell if the kids understand what they are being taught immediately.

Unlike in a classroom environment where the teacher can handle each kid individually depending on their strengths, many lessons on remote learning platforms are not differentiated. If your kid is struggling with certain aspects of their learning, it can be difficult for them to cope with remote learning because they do not get individual attention.

It can be hard for parents to monitor remote learning especially if they have other chores to attend to. Kids might take advantage of this to do other things online. It may also be hard to prevent online bullying. Kids are encouraged to find screen-free ways to have fun and remote learning does not facilitate that.

Homeschooling vs Remote Learning vs In-Person Schooling

This week, our district has given us the option to send our kids back to school full time in person for 5 days or continue the remote learning until the end of the semester in December. Part of me wants to continue the Remote Learning, while another part of me wants them to go back to school to get my freedom back. I will keep you posted as to what we end up deciding to do. But for now, I’m still remote teaching for at least 2 weeks as the in-person schooling is a phased process.

Games for Kids, Perfect for a Roadtrip

When traveling, you can’t take your house with you, so how do you deal with children’s games? How do you keep your kids from asking “Are we there yet?” a thousand times or needing to stop for a break every 5 minutes? How do you keep them entertained in a world where internet connection rules? The times we are living in has more and more people thinking of taking longer trips, not a quick one that entertains them for longer. As a result of this new normal, we are getting new requests for travel games to keep kids busy on long train or car or plane trips. I searched and searched to  pick some of the best games available. This is a quick summary for all ages and some games are easier to handle when things do not move too much or on a small tablet.

Travel Games for Kids

1) FanVince Chess Set Magnetic Travel Folding Board Games

This superior quality chess set offers you smooth hand-feel while frivolous. Smooth processing for each chess piece to lower the noise while Travel Games for Kidstraveling. Offers silent environment for your analytical thinking.The pieces are stress-free to differentiate. The Chess set has an attractive wrapping with rules of the chess game available inside the box. Every distinct piece of the chessboard has a magnetic pull to the playing field of the 64-square chessboard, and light magnetic attraction would create it steady to play while not solid to transfer the pieces at the time of playing in stormy weather, out-of-doors or traveling. Small enough for travel in a backpack or bag, but large enough surface area for easy play.

2) The Purple Cow Animal Bingo GameTravel Games for Kids

Appreciate the typical game of bingo, animal style, anywhere you go. Easy to play with simple to follow the rules. No requirement for decks of cards only utilizes the magnetic pieces and a built-in magnetic spinner. This game is recommended for ages 3 and above. This game is played between two or more players. It is an excellent hands-on game for children to stay busy for long hours without utilizing technology or their phones. A classic game that everyone is sure to know and want to play instead of driving or being left out for long!

 

3) Noah’s Animal Rescue Board Game

In this board game for kids, it’s a contest to acquire all of the animals on Noah’s boat beforehand theTravel Games for Kids
excessive flood. Collect every animal together to conquest. Appropriate for two to four players, and
appropriate for kids age 4 and up. The box comprises one game panel, five animal tokens, thirty-six
terrain cards, one rain token, and thirteen rain cards. This makes a great gift for Christmas or other holidays including a birthday present.

4) Magnetic Stick N Stack Award Winning 40 Piece Junior Set Magnetic Tiles Blocks

This forty piece game set consists of thirty-two magnetic tiles and eight style mags. The originalStick N Stack Award Winning 40 Piece Junior Set Magnetic Tiles Blocks
technology creates Stile Mags, simple accumulation of magnetic buildings as well as mosaics. Talk about a game that is friendly for all ages and imaginations! This one is sure to keep them (and maybe you) busy for hours on end creating magnetic magic!

5) The Purple Cow Magnetic Travel Backgammon Game for Kids & AdultsTravel Games for Kids

Appreciate the all-time typical game of Backgammon anywhere you go. No requirement for decks of
cards, sports, or additional action games. This game has you enclosed with long hours of
entertainment. This game is played between two players. It comes with all that you require to get on
the go, such as magnetic pieces, two dice, and the game board published ingeniously within the box.

6) Magnetic Travel Magic Word Game

Appreciate the typical game of Words anywhere you go—no requirement for Magnetic Travel Magic Word Gametechnology, phones, or
applications. Pick your head to come up with a word prepared from letters on your board. This game
can be played between 4 players.

 

 

Board games and the like are at an all time high, especially those that are friendly on the go. Families are spending more time together and games that can be easily taken on a ride and don’t get upset when moving will continue to be at the forefront of shopping purchases this year and next. What is your favorite game to take with you which is missing from the list?

10 Affordable Places to Visit in 2020

I know that when we are ready to travel outside our comfort zone again, I want to go somewhere affordable, but not break the bank getting there. Our girls are getting older and about the age where we can take them on longer trips they will remember. I want them to be able to explore like I wasn’t able to at their age. I long to give them culture and experiences at a younger age so they don’t go travel crazy like me when they are older. We are impatiently awaiting these rankings of the cheap, most trendy destinations or, conversely, the less known.

Here are the top 10 affordable places perfect for big adventures and visit in 2020.

10 Affordable Places to Visit in 2020

1) Ecuador

If South America is in your sights, you should consider Ecuador. A country of contrasts with its legendary volcanoes, its colorful colonial towns, and its seaside life punctuated by the Pacific Ocean, there is plenty to have fun! Very small between Peru and Colombia, Ecuador can be explored easily, quickly, and inexpensively. According to Lonely Planet, almost everything is within half a day of transportation. As much as Ecuador is a cheap destination, so are its famous Galapagos Islands.

2) Slovenia

The ultimate base camp for lovers of the outdoors, Slovenia, has carved out a place of choice in this list. Affordable, the “green heart of Europe”; reveals itself in several facets: a seaside town with Venetian beauties, Alpine passes in the sky, a forest of stalagmites, castles like fairy tales.

3) Argentina

Historically, Argentina is recognized as an economic destination. And she does not skimp on efforts to remain so! For example, foreign visitors who pay for their accommodation by international bank card are entitled to a refund of taxes or, even certain nationalities benefit from visas at reduced prices, underlines Lonely Planet. Hikers will find their challenge at the Perito Moreno Glacier and certainly at Aconcagua, while Buenos Aires is a real eye-catcher for art and culture lovers.

4) Southern Nile Valley, Egypt

When we talk about the south of the Nile Valley, we discuss the region between Aswan and Luxor. An essential stopover during a trip to Egypt, Luxor, is often the starting point for a cruise on the Nile, which is, according to Lonely Planet, an excellent way to travel economically. Often, food and other transportation are included, and the entrance fee to larger monuments is not very expensive. The longest river in the world is yours, desert adventures, temples, and ancient treasures.

5) The Maldives

Hard to believe, but the Maldives is becoming more and more affordable. Independent tourists are increasing, and that at the same time, a network of cheap accommodation is developing.

This is a BIG goal on my travel list because the beautiful pictures and stories I’ve heard of these islands. It’s quite a long airplane ride, but I believe Steve and I will visit here soon.

6) Albania

Albania is a very cheap destination that lurks right in front of our eyes! Even today, few tourists visit the last frontier of Europe. Bordered to the north by Montenegro and to the south by Greece, Albania offers hikes in glorious landscapes, tasty gastronomy, small historic villages, and unique archaeological sites.

7) Great Smoky Mountains National Park, United States

With more than 10 million visitors annually, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, straddling Tennessee and North Carolina, is far from a well-kept secret. Quite the opposite, it is the most visited national park in the United States. Entrance to the park is free, so it is an excellent option for an economical road trip or hiking trip. Especially since the Great Smoky Mountains are crossed by one of the longest and most famous North American trails: the Appalachian Trail.

8) Łódź, Poland

Łódź, Poland’s third-largest city, is a must-see destination. This former industrial city, once in decline, has transformed in recent years to unveil innovative architectural projects, street arts, and districts entirely dedicated to culture and entertainment.

9) Houston, United States

Houston offers one of the best value for money in Texas. Among other things, the Houston Museum District’s urban escapades allow you to visit the metropolis on foot through 19 museums, ten of which are free, and the EaDo district presents us with an outdoor street art gallery to visit in self-guided mode.

10) Naxos in Greece

An island known by the Greeks takes a scooter tour to enjoy the landscape and have a good time. It is one of the most beautiful of the Greek Islands and a short ferry ride away from the super famous Paros and Mykonos Islands, but stays under the radar for popularity. If you visit here, chances are you will get all the beautiful views you long for when on a Greek vacation.

How to Teach Kids Mindfulness

Teaching kids mindfulness can be a very important skill they carry throughout their lives. While it’s important, not everyone realizes exactly how much of an impact it can make.

If you’re reading this, I’m guessing that you’re interested in implementing this in your home.

But where do you even start? It can be overwhelming to even imagine starting.

In this post, I’ll be going over what it is, the benefits, and how to get started. My hope is that you have some good tools under your belt upon reading.

Let’s get to it now, shall we?

How to Teach Kids Mindfulness

What is Mindfulness?

Before we can dive into it, I find it very important to understand what mindfulness even is. It’s a word that gets thrown around quite a bit, but not everyone understands it.

In short, it’s a mental state in which you are not only aware of yourself and surroundings, but you are not influenced by them.

More specifically, it means:

  • Being fully present in the current moment
  • Being fully aware of your thoughts, feelings, and actions
  • Being in complete control of how you think, act, and feel

There is a lot more to it than this, but it gives you an idea. It also includes being in a non-judgemental state to create a sense of calm.

Mindfulness Benefits for Kids

Now that you know what it is, why does it matter for kids? Isn’t this something that more adults utilize? While yes, that is true… teaching children this skill will serve as a huge asset throughout their lives.

You will see a huge difference in them not only as children, but as they grown into functioning adults in the coming years too.

Emotion Regulation

The first major benefit to mindfulness is that it will teach them to regulate their emotions. They will be able to pinpoint what emotion they’re feeling, how it manifests in their body, and how to find their center to control it.

This happens by:

  • Practicing breathing techniques to calm them
  • Gaining self-awareness to pinpoint what’s happening

There is much more to this but it can help with regulating anxiety, stress, and give them the ability to focus on what’s in front of them. (Which is why you might see this popping up in school a lot lately!)

Decision Making

Part of mindfulness is the ability to focus on yourself and limit influence from your environment. While this is something that is learned over time, kids can certainly learn to trust themselves to make a choice. 

It is important to note that this is more of a long-term skill that is built, much like a muscle.

Positive Mindset

With enough practice, kids will train the way their brains work. They’ll see the world in a different light and gain a more positive outlook. They will have more patience with peers, gain self confidence within themselves, and honestly become a lot happier.

This happens by:

  • Reciting affirmations to build confidence
  • Practicing gratitude to gain a grateful outlook
  • Breathing techniques to help gain patience for siblings

Establishing a Mindful Routine

Once you understand mindfulness and the benefits, you can start establishing a routine! Having a routine is KEY if you want to make this a long-term practice.

Start with yourself, first

You absolutely need to start with yourself to set the example. You wouldn’t teach your child a new language without first knowing it yourself and it applies here too.

That said – you absolutely can learn it alongside your child to make it a family affair.

The main thing here is that you don’t want to implement it on your child without doing it yourself. You won’t be as infested in it as you won’t truly understand every aspect of it if you don’t experience it yourself.

Plus – helping yourself become more mindful is a gift too!

Let go of any expectations

After listing out the benefits, it’s easy to have an expectation of what will happen. The best thing you can do is let go of those. Do not see this as making life easier with any particular result.

Instead, approach it as a long term game that helps them in their day to day life.

Part of mindfulness is letting go of any and all expectations to cultivate a state of peace. You’ll find yourself stressed out if you try to uphold expectations.

Take it slow

Don’t try to do everything at once – it will only stress everyone out. Instead, choose 1 habit to focus on at a time and once that’s mastered, move onto the next one.

Also pay attention to your child and adjust as needed. If they truly hate a certain aspect, stop doing it. If they’re struggling, step in to help. Tweak it as needed.

Mindfulness Habits to Implement

Once you have a routine figured out, it’s time to choose what you’re going to implement first! There are a number of skills that will benefit your child, but here’s a few to get started.

Meditation

Meditation will help your child not only calm their emotions, but gain a large sense of self-discipline. This is best started as young as possible to avoid resistance as it is hard to do when you’re not used to it!

Have your child close their eyes, and take deep breaths. Once they’ve got that down, have them practice visualization as they meditate.

Some visualization ideas include:

  • Picturing your thoughts leaving through the top of your head
  • Imagining a ray of white light passing through your body that “spits out” rays of love to the world around you
  • Picturing a bright green handle that gets brighter as you take deep breaths

For younger children, consider coming up with more creative ways to help them enjoy the experience. You can also look up guided meditations for children – there are lots of great ones out there! The insight app is a great one for kids to listen to.

Gratitude

Another practice to start is gratitude. Take a few minutes everyday to express what you’re grateful for. You can start with simple phrases such as, “I’m grateful for my sister.”

As they get this down, have them get more descriptive. What specifically happened today that made you feel grateful? What did you appreciate about that moment?

This practice helps kids learn to appreciate the world around them much more. It’s hard to be miserable when you see the world through the eyes of appreciation. 

Self-Awareness

Becoming self-aware is much like a muscle – it has to be built over time and at first, you’ll have no idea how to work it.

Start helping your child notice how they feel throughout the day. You can try saying things such as, “I can see you’re really angry right now, how does that feel in your body?” Encourage them to identify not only the emotion, but how their body feels too.

Over time, they will be able to identify this on their own.

Affirmations

Affirmations are AWESOME – they help kids get really confident. It’s a great morning routine idea, too. Make it a family habit to recite affirmation together. 

Tip: Brainstorm a list of 3-5 different ones to focus on for 30 days, then start a new set. This helps your brain really solidify what you’re telling it.

You can start with these types of affirmations:

  1. I am smart
  2. I am strong
  3. I am capable
  4. I am loved
  5. I am enough
  6. I am learning

Feel free to tweak them as needed to make them more suitable for your child. 

Final Thoughts

Mindfulness is such an important skill to teach kids, no matter what age they are. Mindfulness helps you to become fully aware of yourself and also your environment without being heavily influenced by it.

This skill helps kids to regulate emotions, make better decisions, cultivate a positive mindset, limit stress and anxiety, and so much more.

When you get started, take it slow and make sure you’re doing it too in order to set the example! Let go of any expectations and just go with the flow and experience it.

Start by building the habits of meditation, gratitude, affirmations, and gaining self-awareness. There are lots of habits you can implement, but these are a great start.

Do you teach your kids mindfulness? Tell us about it in the comments!