Meditation is probably more like mindful movement. To relieve those unpleasant feelings, try engaging her in the sounds and satisfaction of taking a deep breath. children start to pay attention to elements of story, which paves the way to guided meditation. Guiding them gently with our voice to think about how each part of their body feels, head to toe. Or make up a light fairy tale starring a favorite pet or toy. If your child resists this attempt at calm, practice it for yourself a little bit more, retreating to easier techniques like focusing on breath.

Traditional meditation music often incorporates Tibetan singing bowls, which vibrate on frequencies said to restore and heal parts of the body that are out of balance. Neurotypical children, such as those with autism spectrum disorder, respond well to tones produced by singing bowls. In other situations, recordings of nature sounds bring children calm and peace.