Lena’s album “Peaceful Discoveries” can help your child learn how to relax, feel calm and practice mindfulness. The stories in this album have been individually crafted with bespoke music, enchanting settings and topics of mental and emotional health, such as: compassion, confidence, dealing with worries and more.
Mindfulness is an awareness of the present moment. Engaging mindful practices help children to feel more connected with their thoughts and emotions. When children become aware of their thoughts, and have the techniques to process them, it is easier for them to regulate their emotional state.
The guided meditations in this album will help children to:
Children will have an opportunity to relax, ease off their worries and feel calm. Gradually, these practices help regulate children’s feelings, develop concentration and positive mindset. Specially written music, designed by musician Iryna Shchadei, adds a magical touch to the experience and bespoke illustrations by local designer Annina Diston aid imagination and brings the album to life.
The “Peaceful Discoveries” album is a digital resource that consists of 5 meditation tracks which have been written as enchanting stories for children aged 5-15. Each track lasts around 13-17 minutes long making it ideal for a calming bedtime routine. The “Peaceful Discoveries” album is a well-considered and rigorously tested experience with elements of mindfulness, story and art therapy. The album comes with a ‘Parent’s guide’ and additional ‘Calm challenges’ to extend the use of the album. These resources help parents to create a more fulfilling and long-lasting experience for their child.
Once purchased, you can listen to the meditations online on any device or download them. Samples of all meditations are available to listen to before you buy on Lena’s website www.themindfulsteps.co.uk.
The album features the following tracks:
Charming Forest aids the development of compassion and dealing with stress. In this adventure story you will explore a beautiful forest and might find a friend and a wondrous place.
Tropical Island help children to develop confidence and self-esteem. In this adventure story you will travel to a special island. You will meet a creature who might need your help!
Visit to a Mermaid, has been designed to develop compassion, dealing with difficult thoughts and emotions. In this story you will meet a mermaid. Would you like to discover what is inside her palace?
Knight in the Castle has been created to develop compassion and dealing with negative thoughts and worries. During the story you will meet a knight. Would you like to discover what is inside his castle?
Space Explorers, a meditation designed to develop curiosity, creativity and imagination. During the story you will make a journey to space. What wonders might you discover there?
Here’s what people have been saying about the ‘Peaceful Discoveries’ album:
“I highly recommend Lena’s meditations for your kids before going to bed. It calms them down and creates a foundation for future discussions around the topic/possible continuation of the story. You couldn’t wish for a better present during these challenging times!” Oksana, mum of Bogdan
“My 10 year old daughter and I have found the meditations such a lovely, relaxing way to wind down at bedtime. The special time spent listening and chatting about the meditations has brought us closer together.” Rachel, mum of Florence
“My youngest, who is 6, has been using the meditation every day for a week now. It’s really helping her to relax at bedtime. She is starting to understand about ‘letting go’ of sad things that have happened that day, upsets or things that worry her. Very helpful! Thank you Lena!” Beverley, mum of Abigail and Grace
Lena’s Story:
I started my career as a school teacher and was very passionate about finding how to make teaching more engaging for children. When kids engage, they have fun, and when they have fun, they want to learn more. It substantially improves the quality of teaching and long lasting benefits for children. I pursued my interest in finding the engaging methods of teaching when I was working in Higher Education. I investigated how innovation and learning technology diversifies learning modes and makes learning more engaging. I completed Masters in E-learning and Multimedia as part of this process.
After having my daughter, I realised that I was missing direct contact with children. I missed their energy – it just really keeps me alive! I qualified to become a yoga instructor for children with Children Inspired by Yoga, also known as ‘Tatty Bumpkin’.
It was fascinating for me to see how intensely children get engaged when there is a physical element involved in their learning. It was a true joy working with children and seeing how yoga with elements of mindfulness can strengthen their bodies, empower their minds and make them happier. During these years I truly saw the importance of connecting ourselves with our bodies and how much it impacts on our health.
“This experience sparked my interest to further explore how we can nurture healthy minds in ourselves from very early years. I had been embedding mindfulness in my personal life and my classes for some time and I wasn’t the only one seeing the impact and benefits of mindfulness. So, I decided to dedicate myself to bringing this wonderful tool, called ‘mindfulness’ to children to help them discover themselves and develop their ‘healthy minds’.”
I also deliver individual mentoring sessions for children to help overcome anxiety, worries, sleep problems and other emotional health difficulties. For more information about the “Peaceful Discoveries” album, how mindfulness can help your children or to discuss a 1 to 1 consultation please get in touch!
