Mindful Parenting is a contemplative practice through which we become more mindful of our children and, in doing so, experience a more joyful life.
Your mindful parenting practice tip of
the day. Be sure to sip slowly
Experiencing the Joy of Connecting With Our Children
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17, 2004
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The Daily Sip:
The
Mirror and Your Child's Insight
Looking in the mirror
I see my child's eyes
Gazing
at me
What
do they see?
Today, when you look in the mirror, take a
deep breath and relax your body. Drop your shoulders and allow
your breathing to fill your belly.
As you study your face,
look into your eyes -- eyes looking into eyes. Maintaining
full, deep breathing, recite today's verse. As you do,
shift your perspective so that you see not your eyes, but your
child's eyes gazing back at you.
When you have
opened comfortably to your child's presence, ask yourself what your
child sees. Don't rush in with a thought. Just wait patiently
and open to whatever arises.
Throughout the day, you may look
into other mirrors or run across reflecting surfaces. When you
do, allow them to cue the insight you acquired looking into the mirror
and take a moment to reflect on it. Smile as you connect deeply
with your child (residing within) .
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