https://balanceworkshops.org Updates from Teri Sexton https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/8808/tips-for-a-peaceful-winter-with-children https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/8808/tips-for-a-peaceful-winter-with-children <div><br></div>]]> Tue, 03 Dec 2024 10:26:51 CDT https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/8312/syndicated-press-release-featuring-the-balance-workshops-facilitator-training-program https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/8312/syndicated-press-release-featuring-the-balance-workshops-facilitator-training-program <div><br></div>]]> Fri, 04 Oct 2024 16:19:33 CDT https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2638/the-role-of-yoga-in-developing-social-skills https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2638/the-role-of-yoga-in-developing-social-skills <div><br></div>]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:46:00 CDT https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2642/the-benefits-of-yoga-on-children-s-mental-health-and-well-being https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2642/the-benefits-of-yoga-on-children-s-mental-health-and-well-being <div><br></div>]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:52:25 CDT https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2645/the-benefits-of-a-family-yoga-practice https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2645/the-benefits-of-a-family-yoga-practice <div><br></div>]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:44:00 CDT https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2854/the-benefits-of-sharing-metta-with-children https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2854/the-benefits-of-sharing-metta-with-children <div>Are you a parent or educator who wants to help children develop emotional resilience and cultivate positivity? Consider teaching them metta, or loving-kindness meditation. Metta is a powerful tool that enables children to replace negative emotions with positive ones, leading to a more positive outlook on situations and relationships. It also helps children to recognize their own intrinsic value and develop a kind relationship with themselves, which leads to greater self-confidence, resilience, and inner peace. Furthermore, metta allows children to develop empathy and compassion towards others, improving their understanding and quality of relationships. Practicing metta can also help children deal with stress and anxiety, counteracting the negative emotions that can lead to mental health problems. To start practicing metta with children, simply guide them through visualizing sending love and kindness to themselves and others, gradually extending those thoughts to all living beings. It&#39;s essential to approach metta with a gentle and loving attitude and encourage children to be patient and kind to themselves as they practice. Whether you practice it as a family or in a classroom, teaching metta can benefit children tremendously, empowering them with positive habits of mind and supporting their overall well-being.</div>]]> Sat, 13 May 2023 09:36:53 CDT https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2639/how-yoga-can-help-promote-mindfulness-and-self-awareness-in-children https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2639/how-yoga-can-help-promote-mindfulness-and-self-awareness-in-children <div><br></div>]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:34:00 CDT https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2646/how-to-create-a-family-yoga-space-at-home-tips-and-tricks-for-a-zen-like-environment https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2646/how-to-create-a-family-yoga-space-at-home-tips-and-tricks-for-a-zen-like-environment <div><br></div>]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:31:00 CDT https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2770/beyond-the-breath-how-yoga-practice-can-support-social-emotional-learning-by-naomi-stahl https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2770/beyond-the-breath-how-yoga-practice-can-support-social-emotional-learning-by-naomi-stahl <div><br></div>]]> Mon, 01 May 2023 12:39:00 CDT https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2637/how-yoga-can-help-children-build-resilience https://balanceworkshops.org/blog/2637/how-yoga-can-help-children-build-resilience <div id="isPasted"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:'Comic Sans MS';color:#374151;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;text-decoration:none;">Yoga is a powerful tool for helping children build resilience and cope with life&#39;s challenges. By cultivating mindfulness, building physical strength and flexibility, learning to breathe through difficult situations, developing a growth mindset, and connecting with others, children can develop the resilience they need to face life&#39;s ups and downs. Providing a yoga program for children is a powerful gift to help them build skills for a lifetime.&nbsp;</span></div>]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 08:05:00 CDT