Present Matters: Mindfulness and Mental Well-being
Parents and caregivers are often curious about mindfulness – how do we fit this into our busy lives, does this actually help my child or youth's mental wellness? In this episode from the Kelty Centre's Where You Are podcast, listen to Paul Irving (mindfulness champion) and Dr. Dzung Vo, founding Director of BC Children's Hospital Centre for Mindfulness) to learn more.
Body Scan Meditation (27 min)
A body scan guided meditation audio clip by Dr. Dzung Vo from BC Children's Hospital.
Toolkit for Children, Educators and Parents
This well-being toolkit is intended for educators, parents and caregivers of children. It includes tips, audio and video practices, a Kindness Curriculum and more.
Sitting Meditation (10 min)
A sitting meditation by Dr. Dzung Vo from BC Children's Hospital.
Finding Calm – Body Scan Exercise
This video guides you through a body scan visualization exercise. It can teach you to soothe your body and mind; calming your emotions when you feel overwhelmed or stressed.
A Mindful Approach to Parenting & Caregiving
In this episode from the Kelty Centre's Where You Are podcast, you'll hear how mindfulness can support your overall well-being and help during common stressors that parents experience.
Moody Cow Meditates
Peter the cow is having a BAD day. After missing the bus and wiping out on his bike he loses his temper and gets in trouble. And to make matters worse all the other cows are teasing him, calling him Moody Cow. Peter's day just seems to get worse until his grandfather comes over and teaches him how to settle his mind and let go of his frustration through a simple and fun exercise.
Breathing Space Instruction (3 min)
An instructional audio file to pair with Breathing Space Meditation audio; by Dr. Jake Locke from BC Children's Hospital.
Jon Kabat-Zinn: Daily Mindfulness Practice and Q&A
Cultivating Mindfulness at this Critical Moment - Daily Practices and Inquiry with Jon Kabat-Zinn video recording.
Body Scan Meditation (5 min)
A body scan mindfulness exercise by Dr. Dzung Vo from BC Children's Hospital.
Body Scan Meditation (5 min)
A body scan mindfulness exercise by Dr. Joanna McDermid from BC Children's Hospital.
Coping with Guilty Feelings (3 min)
A meditation for when you're upset with yourself by Dr. Joanna McDermid from BC Children's Hospital.