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 …
Counting the length of your breaths can help to build focus and clear your mind of distracting or stressful thoughts. In this exercise, we bring focus to gently lengthening the exhales by breathing out for twice as long as the inhales. Please note, you may choose to breathe at your own speed if that’s more comfortable. Facilitated by Karen Gnat, …
Balloons in the Air and Zen Catch are playful mindful movement games for groups of young people ages 6 to 10 and 8 to 12. These mindfulness-based games are a great way to build teamwork, awareness, coordination, and more. Each game takes approximately 15-30 minutes. These handouts include instructions for both games—Balloons in the Air and Zen Catch—in a colour …
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 …
Join Rochelle for 15-minutes of yoga-based movement that focuses on building strength. Rochelle is a Senior Program Facilitator and Teaching Coordinator at New Leaf Foundation. https://youtu.be/xU5TrZOtkGs Yoga and mindful movement practices require physical exertion that may be strenuous and, as with any physical exercise, may cause physical injury. New Leaf Foundation is not responsible for any risks, injuries, or damages, …
Who is the Leader and Moving Statues are playful mindful movement games for groups of young people ages 6 to 10 and 8 to 12. These mindfulness-based games are a great way to build leadership, creativity, body awareness, balance, coordination, and more. Each game takes approximately 15-30 minutes. All you need is some open floor space. These handouts include instructions …
Join Amanda for a short meditation followed by a mindfulness activity called Watering the Seeds. This activity helps us to bring more attention to what’s on your mind, how you’re feeling, and what you’re focused on. You’ll need something to write with (pencil, pen, or markers) and paper, plus a comfortable place to sit. Amanda is a Senior Program Facilitator …
Yogi Says and Mindful Freeze are playful movement and yoga games for children aged 6 to 10. These mindfulness-based games are a great way to develop listening skills, body awareness, balance, coordination, and creativity. Each game takes approximately 15-30 minutes. All you need is some open floor space and a music player. Or, instead of using music, you can try …
