AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL: “MANAGING DEMANDS AND FEELINGS”
Whether we are 4 months old or 40 years old, life can throw a lot at us. For children’s developing brains, it is important to have the ability to handle overwhelming feelings, before they build up and become too much! This is called their executive functioning. As adults, we can help this healthy development by:
Being responsive
Providing a nurturing and predictable environment
Caring for their needs and emotions
When things begin to feel too much for you or your little ones, practice the following mantra: “I take one thing at a time. Expressing my feelings is important. I can and I will.”
We are here for you, for them.
In partnership with Family Support, Hammersmith & Fulham
mantra
ACTIVIties
MINDFUL MOMENT: “self-love meditation”
Offer yourself 15 minutes of complete relaxation and feel your worries melt away. Get cosy on your couch or floor, wrap yourself in a blanket, close your eyes and breathe.
ADDITIONAL MINDFULNESS Toolboxes
“You Are Not Alone”
Remember that we are all the same. We are all made of the same materials, we experience the same feelings, go through pain, struggles and anger, but we all too easily think we are alone in this. We are not alone. We are here together. Remind yourself of this when you struggle.
“I Need A Break”
We need to ground ourselves and listen to ourselves. We are all hurting at the moment... We’re all in need of healing and to receive kind, loving energy. We hope this theme helps release feelings of being overloaded and allows you to give yourself a break.
“Self Acceptance” Rainbow Theme
Sometimes we have to move through tricky feelings and tricky times. Your feelings during these tricky times are valid and ok. Acknowledge them and breathe so that you come out stronger on the other side. Just like a rainbow after a storm.
“I Am Here. I Am Grounded.”
Everything is connected - We are to one another and also towards the earth, so let’s use this time to reconnect to ourselves, to each other, and to nature.
TEDDY BEAR BELLY BREATHING
We are building strong, peaceful, resilient hearts through the magic of being here. Talk to us about helping your home, classroom or organisation integrate simple, mindfulness activities into your daily routine to help overloaded feelings.
Love, Dana and Jen x