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Want to raise a mindful boy? Picture books can help!

c/o Colin Lieu

Boys can master mindfulness, too, says Colin Lieu, author of, Phoenix's First: an introduction to mindful breathing.

This colorful, adorably illustrated read shares kid-friendly messages about how mindfulness can help us notice our energy and stress levels, and how to refocus our attention -- all through the tale of Phoenix, a young boy preparing for his piano recital. 

c/o Colin Lieu

With the help of his popo (Chinese for grandma), readers are introduced to self-soothing techniques and encouraged to participate alongside Phoenix, to overcome his stage fright.

A short breathing exercise is included in the story line, too! Makes a great gift!

c/o Colin Lieu

(Phoenix's First, $12.80 at author's website).

Need a mood-lifter? Scented oils to the rescue!

c/o Arbonne

There's nothing like a whiff of lavender to soothe stress.

Kids can benefit from usage, as well as adults. Diffused or dabbed topically on skin, try Mother Nature's natural aromatic remedy after a tough day at school, a tantrum or as part of the nightly getting-ready-for-bedtime routine.

I've tested Arbonne Pure Essential Oils on my young ones and all three gave the product a thumb's up with smiles! The product is sustainably sourced and carefully extracted using steam distillation and cold-pressing techniques. It comes in scents including Lemon, Harmony, Eucalyptus, and Harmony Blend. My kids faves -- Lemon and Lavender :) 

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Our pure

essential oils are sustainably sourced from the seed, peel, stem, root, and flower

, all

carefully extracted using

steam distillation o

r cold pressing techniques

(Arbonne Pure Essential Oils, $25.00 - $30.00 each at arbonne.com)

Those who can --teach!

Photo c/o Liz Wertz Photography

New Year - New job?

If you've thought about becoming a kids yoga teacher, but have not yet taken the plunge, read on for a positive perspective on the plus-side of such work. It may just be the tipping point you need to make your decision.

Photo c/o Liz Wertz Photography

The Benefits of Becoming a Kids Yoga Teacher

When I began my 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training I had no idea what I wanted to do with the education I received, as a matter of fact I doubted that I would even teach.

However, two days into the training...