⚓️Happy Mindful Monday!⚓️ As we continue to explore mindfulness anchors, take a few moments today to practice some mindful listening. Sounds are almost constantly happening around. By tuning in with our sense of hearing, we can ground ourselves in the present moment. Start by getting into a comfortable position perhaps sitting down with your feet on the floor and hands resting in your lap. Settle in and begin by just noticing your breath. When you are ready, gently turn your attention to the sounds around you. Start by noticing any distant sounds. Perhaps the ticking of a clock or the hum of a fan or heater. Move your attention a bit closer. Perhaps you hear people talking or a bird chirping. Now bring the attention to any sounds that are nearby. This could even be the sound of your own breath. If you find your mind wandering during this practice, simply note it and begin again. #mindfulanchor #mindfulmonday #mindfulschools #mindfulstudents #mindfulteachers #mindfulfamilies #mindful community #mindfulnesseducationalsystem #mindfulchildinitiative #mindfullistening (fb)

✨PARTNER HIGHLIGHT✨ Every year, the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley coordinates a multitude of projects for the United Way Day of Caring. This year, MCI’s volunteer team was from BBraun and Kiwanis Club of Allentown! We are so grateful to have had their help mindfulness kits for our ASD elementary school classrooms. THANK YOU for choosing to support our mission to provide high-quality mindfulness programs to promote the mental and emotional health of children and the adults who support them in the Lehigh Valley. Want to become a part of our mission? Visit us at: https://themci.org/getinvolved/#jump (link in bio) #mindfulchildinitiative #mindfulschools #mindfulcommunity #mcipartnerhighlight #allentownschools #mindfulnesseducation #dayofcaring (fb)