Prepare
Preparing to read together in a sacred way is an important part of the process. The preparation practices below are mindful exercises to transition our busy minds and bodies to meaningful action together. You can certainly jump into the reading practices however, when I begin mindfully, I show up for myself and others with a balanced, genuine, and heartfelt effort.
The preparation practices below help us to align the body, mind, and heart and offer a nice starting point for bringing one’s attention to the present moment. This creates a foundational attitude for discernment and kindness for oneself before reading together.
There are two aspects of “Prepare”.
Both are important for a mindful sacred reading space.
Complete one “Prepare for Caregiver” practice.
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Complete one “Prepare Together” practice.
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Prepare for Caregiver
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Formal Check-in
This is a simple and short check in to help the caregiver/parent bring their attention to the present moment.
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Informal Check in
With young ones around, life is often on the move. This practice offers examples of how the caregiver or parent can be mindful of their well-being while in motion.
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Prepare Together
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Mullein Body Scan
This short body scan meditation with your young ones, invites us to become like a mullein plant and bring awareness to our physical bodies.
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River Walking Meditation
This practice brings together a body scan with the movement of a walking meditation.
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Rose, Bud, and Thorn
A Nature-based review of the day’s events to care for present emotions and feelings.
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