Bringing Peace to the Next Generation

Do you remember when you were young and the most ordinary things would bring pleasure and inspiration? The touch of skin as you hold hands with someone, raindrops drizzling down a window, the smell of an old library book or the excitement of finding a lost penny.

These things then somehow get lost as we grow, the rush of day to day life, we forget to enjoy what is right there in front of us. Many in society have lost perspective. They grow up addicted to life’s highs and lows and not being able to enjoy the mundane. This is where children come in and in fact they can be our teachers.

Children naturally live in the present and enjoy what is in front of them rather than searching for joy in external or materialistic things. They naturally have creative dreams and imaginations.

However, as we get older, these dreams and aspirations start to erode away. Not by the children but by adults both in subtle and not subtle ways.

We as parents and teachers are here now right at the point where children still encompass this newness in life. The excitement in the ordinary is not lost and you can help shape these children’s lives by showing them how to hold onto this and enjoy the present, revel in their true selves and learn how to cope in this big wide world.

5 Reasons why children need to look after their mental health:

1. It helps them cope with stress and challenges.

Kids face a lot of stress in their lives, from school to relationships to family problems. Having good mental health can help them cope with these challenges in a healthy way. For example, if your child is feeling stressed about a test, they can use mindfulness techniques to calm down and focus. They can also talk to you or another trusted adult about how they’re feeling.

2. It helps them build strong relationships.

Good mental health helps kids develop the skills they need to build strong relationships with their family, friends, and teachers. For example, if your child is able to manage their emotions in a healthy way, they’re more likely to have positive relationships with others. They’re also more likely to be able to resolve conflict peacefully.

3. It helps them succeed in school.

Kids who have good mental health are more likely to do well in school. They’re better able to focus, learn, and remember information. For example, if your child is feeling anxious about a test, they may have trouble focusing and remembering the information they need to know. But if they’re able to manage their anxiety, they’ll be better able to do their best on the test.