Laura Gallo, assistant professor of counselor education, has compiled information, tips and resources in a presentation geared toward helping parents to practice social and emotional wellness while working and learning from home.
Gallo recommends that parents model the behavior they want to see in their children, which takes practice when stress levels are high. Some tips she shared in the presentation are:
- Remain calm
- Check in with your child often
- Be okay with uncertainty
- Incorporate strategies to help your child work through their anxiety:
- Provide structure and routine
- Model being calm yourself by practicing mindfulness
- Stay positive
- Limit television and social media.
For more information on how to practice mindfulness with children, Gallo has also recommended the following resources:
Deep breathing exercises for kids
25 fun mindfulness activities for kids
Mindworks mindfulness for children
The best children’s yoga videos on YouTube
If you’re a part of the College of Education family and want share your “College of Education Life at Home” with us, send your ideas and videos to Carrie Quinney at cquinney@boisestate.edu.