The Zen of Parenting (continued)
So, how can parents get started on their journey towards a state of Zen? Rogers suggests two simple meditations to try in your everyday life:
- When walking, pace your steps to your heartbeat and recite: With every step/ My child’s heart beats.
- When hugging your child, imagine yourself as one and recite: I return/To myself /One heart.
Rogers offers more exercises to quiet the mind and be present with your child at www.themindfulparent.org.
Amanda Morin is a former kindergarten teacher and early intervention specialist, currently working as a freelance writer. She is also the mother of two children.
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