We have all experienced our kids having a tantrum or meltdown, am I right?! My kids still have them every now and than, and there really isn’t a whole lot we can do about that, except be there for them and try to help them through it. Nobody wants to go through this, but it just happens. Kids don’t always know how to try to stay calm in certain situations. This is why I think it’s extremely important that we try to teach them mindfulness.
Now that my daughters are out of school for the summer, I know that I’m going to often here those dreadful words “I’m bored”. There is always something to do for kids, but we always seem to hear those words anyway. My daughters are in swim lessons and summer school this year, so that keeps them busy. They’re only there for a few hours though, so once they get home they usually find something to do. I am happy to introduce Zafooz because these products can help teach kids more about mindfulness and meditation.
About Mindfulness:
Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, used as a therapeutic technique. Mindfulness practices help to relieve pressures as children develop and life grows more challenging. Peer pressures, home and school pressure can be very stressful on young people. For many children, mindfulness practices may offer relief in difficult times. Giving them a sense of peace in the present moment instead of worry.
About Zafooz:
The zafoo cushion is a relatable way to introduce mindfulness practices to children. A cushion and breathing buddy in one, the zafoo is a fun and functional combination of a meditation cushion with a plush animal. All zafooz have sweet, peaceful faces to remind children that it is safe to slow down and go within.
About Mindful Monkey:
This Zafooz is ideal for the aware, independent thinker or curious child. One who enjoys having fun with others but craves their alone time too. This child may have no problem sitting for a brain break, connecting to their breath and quieting their body and mind.
Lotus Ladybug:
This Zafooz is ideal for the high spirited, highly sensitive child. The child who may tend to take on others energy along with his/her own. Like the Lotus this Zafooz may remind him/her that they should always be themselves no matter what their environment they come from.
Practicing Mindfulness With Your Children:
To start by practicing mindfulness, you can have your child take their Zafooz and find a place to sit. They’re going to want to sit on them and relax. By sitting on these, they’re going to learn more about mindfulness and how to stay more calm and relaxed. Zafooz has some great exercises to do with your children on their website.
I love being able to practice some of these daily because they’re extremely helpful. I think it’s great to be able to sit your kids down and try out some of these great exercises. They really do work! My kids can become really emotional, so having these Zafooz to help them has been great. Whenever they have a meltdown or are maybe just feeling down, we pull out the Zafooz and start doing some exercises. They love it!
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Do you enjoy practicing mindfulness with your children?
What a wonderful way to practice mindfulness! We could all use more calm and rest in our lives, especially children. Love this!
I completely agree.
Mindfulness can be so helpful for children. These Zafooz seem like a really cool tool to help with it.
Agreed. I think it’s very important.
I love this idea. Mindfulness can really help keep anyone centered and in the moment. I think the sooner a child learns how to be that way, the better.
I completely agree as well.
I love the idea of teaching mindfulness. We do yoga in our house to achieve some zen.
I’m so glad to hear that!
Those are so cute and cozy. What a great companion for children!
Right! I thought so too.
This sounds like and interesting idea. They look so cosy and I love how they try and bring about mindfulness as well really cute.
I thought it was a wonderful idea!
These are so adorable! They would be perfect for my nieces. I have to look into getting this for them.
Right! I thought they were so cute and such a good idea for kids.
First of all, how fun it is to say Zafooz!? I love the idea of practicing mindfulness with the kids. I really need to start doing that with my girls this summer.
Right! I love the name!
These pillows look so comfy. This would have been great when my boys were little
I think they’re so wonderful for kids.
Yes this is a great way to practice using something visual which is how my kids learn and retain what they learn. I already know which one my daughter will love
I’m glad to hear it! I agree that it’s great to practice too.
This is innovative and perfect for kids. I think this is going to be a huge hit. This is pretty helpful.
It really is! My girls love them.
wow! This is something new for me! I should find more about it!
Right! They are so great for kids.
It is true we have all experienced tantrums from our kids. Teaching kids mindfulness is so important to keep them calm and focused.
Yes, sure have. I think it’s great to be able to practice too.
M daughter would have loved these when she was younger.
I think they’re so great for kids too.
What a nice way to show kids about mindfulness. It is endearing to see a child be so still!
Right! It’s great.
This is my first time hearing about zafooz. I bet most parents will be willing to try anything as a way to introduce mindfulness to these children. And those are super adorable too! Double win.
Agreed! I think it’s wonderful.
Awww, these are so cute. What a great ideas and great way to introduce mindfulness. Especially with how busy the world is.
I completely agree. It’s wonderful.
What a great way to introduce mindfulness to kids! I would love to get one of those for my kids.
I agree. It’s wonderful!
A meditation cushion and a plush animal in one. That is so neat. I would love to have one for myself. 🙂
Yes, it sure is!
We are working on mindfulness with our toddler – love love love these pillows and can’t wait to get my sweet girl one!
I’m really glad to hear that.
Love this. I’ve never heard of it but I’m so glad I know of them know.
I’m glad as well because they’re so neat.
Mindfulness is such a helpful skill to have, I’m all for anything that helps kids figure out themselves!
Yes, it sure is.
A beautiful and powerful post. Children need to learn about mindfulness when they are little, so they could empower themselves later in life.
Completely agree!