Life can be overwhelming for kids. As parents, it’s important to embody and teach healthy coping mechanisms for when life gets tough. Whether you have a 2 year old or 12 year old, there are a variety of activities that kids can do when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, etc.
At the heart of these activities is mindfulness. Mindfulness practice brings attention and focus to the present moment. This in turns brings a sense of calm and peace. Practicing mindfulness also helps to improve impulse control, attention and decision making skills. Healthy coping skills can also help curb emotional outbursts. Controlling one’s emotions (i.e. emotional intelligence) is an important life skill.
Here’s a list of 60+ activities kids can do when feeling overwhelmed:
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