Growing Gratitude: Seven powerful reasons why gratitude matters for kids

Gratitude, it makes our days shine brighter – it is so important for kids’ mental and emotional well-being!

What is gratitude?

Consider introducing the concept of gratitude to your kids by letting them know gratitude simply means being thankful for the good things in life. It’s like having a warm, happy feeling inside when you think about things, people, or moments that make you smile. It's about noticing and appreciating the little things.

Seven powerful reasons gratitude matters

    1. Boosts Happiness and Emotional Well-Being Gratitude helps children focus on positive experiences, which increases feelings of joy and reduces negative emotions like sadness or frustration. Studies show that practicing gratitude can improve overall life satisfaction, even in kids.

    2. Improves Mental Health Practicing gratitude can lower stress and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. When children learn to appreciate the good in their lives, it helps them develop a positive outlook and better emotional resilience.

    3. Enhances Relationships Grateful children tend to be more empathetic, kind, and cooperative. Expressing gratitude strengthens friendships and helps kids build strong connections with family, friends, and teachers.

    4. Builds Resilience Gratitude helps children cope with adversity by teaching them to find silver linings even in tough times. This skill builds emotional strength and resilience for the future.

    5. Promotes Better Sleep Gratitude can improve sleep quality by helping children relax and think positive thoughts before bedtime. When kids focus on what they’re thankful for, they are less likely to dwell on worries or stress.

    6. Improves Physical Health Research suggests that gratitude is linked to better physical health. Grateful children may experience fewer health complaints, like headaches or stomachaches, and feel more energetic.

    7. Encourages Self-Awareness and Mindfulness Gratitude helps kids pay attention to the present moment and appreciate what they have instead of focusing on what they don’t. This fosters mindfulness and self-awareness.

Incorporating gratitude practices, like gratitude journaling or sharing what they're thankful for can help children experience these benefits and lead healthier, happier lives!

We offer a simple guided gratitude meditation practice in our soon to be released book, The Wish Fish. Want a FREE copy?

We’ve been busy preparing for the launch of The Wish Fish, this is our 6th book in the A Yoga Storytelling Adventure series and would love for you to play a part!

As a launch team member, you get an opportunity to help shape our success. Here’s how it works;

🐟 Read an exclusive early copy of The Wish Fish. 🐟 Prepare an honest review 🐟 Buy the book for FREE on launch day (guarantees your review will show as a verified purchase) 🐟 Leave the review at Amazon on launch day

Easy peasy, right? We hope you’ll join; launch team members get a chance to win a signed paperback copy when the book goes LIVE!

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XOXO,

Kathe and Mel

 

Strengthen Your Immune System with Dao Yin

Wishing you health and happiness in 2025 and offering support on your wellness journey! 

As yogis, we know the power of mindful movement and breath to nurture body, mind, and spirit. This month, we want to share the ancient Chinese practice of Dao Yin—a powerful complement to your yoga practice that can help boost your immune system and build nervous system resilience.

Dao Yin combines gentle tapping with a soft fist as well as slow mindful inhales and exhales to enhance the flow of Qi (vital energy) in the body. This practice has been celebrated for centuries for its ability to strengthen the body's defenses and promote overall wellness.

Here’s how Dao Yin supports your immunity and builds resilience 

✨ Enhances Circulation: gentle tapping encourages lymphatic flow, vital for flushing out toxins.

✨ Reduces Stress: slow mindful breathing lowers stress hormones that can weaken immunity.

✨ Promotes Relaxation: fostering deep rest, allowing your body to repair and recharge.

Want to try this 10 minute practice? Click here > Dao Yin 

Good health isn’t something we simply wish for—it’s a commitment to action, consistency, and self-care. 

Speaking of wishes, as we dive into 2025, we want to share news of our upcoming book! 

The Wish Fish, is scheduled to be released in early April, whoo-hoo!

     This yoga storytelling adventure takes us on a thrilling journey to Japan, where a humble fisherman catches a glittering golden fish that offers to grant wishes if he is released. The fisherman wishes to live a simple life, but his greedy wife wants more. How far will it go?

     In this timeless tale simplicity, satisfaction, and gratitude are exemplified. Although intended for ages 4 to 8, kids of all ages will be entranced.

      Included is a Japanese word guide to help develop an appreciation of a different language, and best of all; a full description of yoga poses make the story come alive as you go on A Yoga Storytelling Adventure! 

The Wish Fish is the perfect companion to inspire both you and your child as you dive into a year full of possibilities. 

XOXO,

Kathe and Mel