What is this mindfulness everyone’s talking about? In this infographic handout, we define mindfulness using straightforward language, explain what mindfulness is and isn’t, outline some benefits, and share a few simple practices. Download the handout in colour (PDF) or a print-ready version (PDF). If you’re a New Leaf Foundation supporter and have the means, please consider giving back by making a …
In this activity, we invite you to create your own personalized self-care plan. Consider how you can take care of your physical, mental and emotional health. Who might help you? What actions can you take? Write at least 3 ideas into each box. See if you can commit to doing at least one thing from each box every week. Download …
In the Riding the Wave activity, we take time to reflect on the stresses in our day and the tools we have available to support our bodies and minds during stressful times. Download the Activity Sheet (PDF) If you’re a New Leaf Foundation supporter and have the means, please consider giving back by making a donation of any size.
In the Rose, Thorn, Bud activity, we take time to reflect on the ups and downs we experience each day. While it can sometimes be easy for our attention to focus mostly on the toughest moments of our week, this activity helps us find a balance of noticing parts of our day that are positive and hopeful, as well as …
The Gingerbread Activity combines mindfulness with colouring to help us notice where in our bodies we feel our feelings. This activity is suitable for all ages. All you need is the colouring sheet and pencil crayons, markers, or crayons. Download the Activity Sheet (.pdf) ➞ If you’re a New Leaf Foundation supporter and have the means, please consider giving back …
Pause: An Introduction to Mindfulness is a 4-week meditation series and activity book designed to introduce youth to mindfulness. It includes a series of short 2-5 minute meditation recordings along with reflection activities and writing prompts. Each week focuses on a different theme and offers tools to better connect with ourselves and each other. Use this mindfulness resource for yourself …
New Leaf’s 7-day Mindfulness Journal was created as a resource for youth during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. It includes mindfulness activities and writing prompts to help wade through challenging thoughts and feelings. Combining mindfulness with art can be a great way to begin to shift out of survival mode, process emotions, and have an outlet to express ourselves. The …
