S5E09 - Yasmin Mukadam shares mindful strategies for nurturing young minds
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Takeaways
- Mindfulness is about being in the present moment with awareness and without judgement.
- Practising mindfulness can improve focus, reduce stress and anxiety, and enhance social and emotional learning.
- Mindfulness can be introduced in early years settings through activities such as mindful walks, breathing exercises, and journaling.
- There is a connection between mindfulness and yoga, and both can be beneficial for practitioners and children.
- Promoting mindfulness in early years education can support children's overall wellbeing and help them develop self-regulation skills. Mental health is as important as physical health and should be prioritised.
- Common mental health issues include anxiety, depression, and stress.
- Stigma and misconceptions surrounding mental health can prevent individuals from seeking help.
- There are various support systems and resources available for individuals facing mental health challenges.
- Self-care and coping strategies play a crucial role in maintaining mental well-being.
Find Mindfulness in Early Years on the Routledge website here;
https://ww.routledge.com/Mindfulness-in-Early-Years-Strategies-and-Approaches-to-Nurturing-Young/Mukadam/p/book/9780367142087
or via Amazon here;
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