Breathing techniques and mindfulness exercises

This box breathing animation, also known as square breathing can be used as a calming technique to slow down the breath and distract the mind.

Simply watch along and repeat as many times as necessary. This is a great way to regulate the breathing and gently reduce any anxious sensations. 

Our Leaves on a Stream meditation helps you calm the whirling thoughts in your mind and allows them to just drift by as you breathe deeply. It's great for times when you feel overwhelmed or stressed and provides you with some much needed quiet. Used over time, it helps you to feel less stressed at difficult situations. 

Follow along with our finger breathing animation which can be used as a mindfulness tool on the go. 

Watch along and share the experience with your child. Repeat as many times as needed to create a sense of calm, and help your child ground themselves in the present.

Our free rainbow breathing activity uses colour and tracing the rainbow with a finger to find calm. It's a guided mindfulness technique that appeals to children and helps them reduce feelings of anxiety.

When we feel overwhelmed and anxious, it can be difficult to ground ourselves in the present moment and create a sense of calm. Having a self-soothe box can help you to relax and reduce anxiety and panic, when things become difficult.