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‘Magic Breathing’ Helps Even the Wildest Kids Calm Down
Teaching your bouncy little tyke to self-soothe is as easy as breathing!
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Dr. Harvey Karp
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Have you ever been so upset that someone told you to “take a deep breath”? When we are stressed, frightened or in pain, we automatically tighten up and hold our breath. Over time, that can lead to headaches, anxiety and even high blood pressure.
Learning how to stay calm is a very important life skill. Unfortunately, many people in our culture never learn it (or can only calm by eating, sleeping, watching TV or using drugs and alcohol). Yet all adults—and children—have a powerful natural stress-reducer: simple breathing!
Just a few sloooow breaths (magic breathing) can quickly bring a sense of peace. Magic breathing helps impulsive toddlers learn to turn their motor off. With a little practise, your little friend can learn how to use this superb self-soothing skill anytime he’s frustrated, scared, hurt or mad. It is a self-control tool your child can use forever.
It’s best used for toddlers over 2 years of age (who can already wait patiently wait for a minute).
This skill is as simple as breathing, but before you teach your bouncy little tyke, it’s important for you to learn it.
First, You Practise:
Practise where your child can watch. He may get curious and want to imitate you.
Now, You’re Ready to Teach Your Little One:
When he comes to watch you:
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