Meditation

While we all know that proper nutrition, consistent sleep, and plenty of exercise are the main pillars of health, there has also been a growing awareness for stress management as well. Recent studies are showing that overwhelming stress in children is starting to be a primary cause for many their health problems. Anxiety, obesity, even […]

Recent studies have shown that if parents provide coping skills for teens and children to handle their own low-stakes problems, that gives them the confidence to help solve their high-stakes setbacks. Chronic stress can contribute to a long list of physical and mental health problems for children and teens alike. Doctors have started to see […]

The Amygdala is the part of your brain which controls emotions and practicing mindfulness calms the amygdala and thereby reconnects us to our calm and clear senses. Mindfulness helps us regain the ability to pay attention, achieve emotional regulation, body regulation, empathy, and the ability to self-calm. How The Amygdala Controls Your Emotions The Amygdala […]

The most common types of meditation practice are movement based, mindfulness, cultivating positive emotions, concentration and “emptying.”  ​​Our kids’ brains are tired.  They have a lot going on between organized sports, school and education expectations, the after-affects of COVID, an learning how to get back in society – especially after such long lock-down at home. […]

Children who utilize mindfulness are more aware of their feelings and are in a better state of mind to observe and accept their internal experiences without judging them. While employing the practice of mindfulness, many youth report a much lower level of anxiety, and higher flexibility in being able to transition from one emotion or […]

A major key to bringing self awareness and mindfulness to our children is to find ways to incorporate the practice of mindfulness into their schools. Here are some of the best practices to do so.. Many teachers, parents, and even children are starting to discover the many benefits of mindfulness and what it can bring […]

Studies are showing that mindfulness can help kids sleep better, enhance focus and reduce anxiety – as well as depression. The actual definition of “mindfulness” is: 1: the quality or state of being mindful 2: the practice of maintaining a nonjudgmental state of heightened or complete awareness of one’s thoughts, emotions, or experiences on a […]

The Holistic Life Foundation version of Positive Youth Development is to create opportunities for young adults to become a generation of healthy, mindful students with the knowledge, access, and support to be successful. People have been trying countless different approaches to help youth navigate the transition to adulthood for DECADES. Most of these efforts, however, […]

The demand for afterschool programs is growing – especially as Americans are getting back to work after COVID. Understanding how to run an afterschool program is essential, whether you are a professional looking to start your own afterschool program or a seasoned expert with an established program. 1. Conduct Your Research And Understand Your Intent […]

Students in Holistic Me learn a combination of yoga, mindfulness practices, meditation, which empower them with skills for peaceful conflict resolution and greater control over their body. “[Holistic Life Foundation] love the children, they love the community, and they are an asset to Robert W Coleman. There are some children who have anger management problems. […]