By Janis D. Gioia, MAEd. Meditation calms and comforts anxious children, teens and adults. In the mindfulness movement that makes headlines almost daily, practices like meditation and yoga have scientifically validated benefits. Some benefits of meditation can be measured: Lower blood pressure Reduced…
By Janis D. Gioia, MAEd. Children with anxiety, autism spectrum or sensory processing disorder and other special needs experience often find the holiday season to be scary, not merry. Remember the party in The Berenstain Bears and Too Much Birthday? Too many guests, goodies,…
By Janis D. Gioia, MAEd. Ever wish you had a magic potion to instantly comfort anxious children? Kristin Anderson does. This mom and doula in Mantua, Ohio has found a way to capture calm in a bottle. And it relaxes her daughters, ages…
Comforting Anxious Children’s Soothing Story Selection 3 By Janis D. Gioia, MAEd. Anxious children struggle with the holidays for many reasons: The hum of activity triggers stress hormones. They can’t deal with waiting and anticipation. Changes in routines disturb sleeping, eating and relaxation time.…