Imagery
for Children - Kids - Teens
We are here to help
your Child - Kid - Teen manage:
- Help Kids Cope - Childhood Stress
- Help kids with Depression
- Coping in Children
- Help Kids with Health - Childhood illnesses
- Kids and Diabetes
- Obesity in Children
- Help with Procedures in children
- Help with Cancer in Children - Kids
- Help with ADD
- Help with
Learning Disabilities and Children
- Help kids Sleep when they are having trouble sleeping
- Help with Pre-Text Anxiety in Children
- Preparing your Child for Surgery
- Anger in Children - Kids -
Teens
- Grief in Children
- Hope in Children
- Confidence in Kids
- Success in Kids
- Stress in Kids
- Anxiety in Kids
- Pain in kids - children - teens
- Self harming - Self Injury
in Children - Teens
- Sports Performance in Children
Imagery for Children
What is Imagery - Visualization
- Guided Imagery?
Guided imagery is a directed, focused form of daydreaming. The subconscious
mind is "guided" and directed to "create
a desired" outcome. It is a two-way communication
with the listener and the brain.
The use of imagery is clinically proven to enhance
health, relaxation, self confidence and success.
It utilizes our innate power within of our body's
senses (i.e. thoughts, sight, smell, touch,
hear) to supercharge the success of the process.
Kids love the ability to harness the power within
themselves to deal with the everyday stress,
challenges and uncertainties in their lives.
Imagery can transform negative feelings into
positive, kids can learn to:
- feel confident
- be happy
- feel loved, comforted
- be successful
- good health
- healing
- feel safe
- success
- better performance
- enhance sports performance
How does Imagery Work?
The use of imagery
for children uses all of the child's senses
to produce positive thoughts and pictures in
their mind. It works by the mind visualizing
images, sounds, smells, hear, taste or feel.
By using those pictures, the child is able to
communicate with their body to create what they
want and need in life.
Imagery
allows kids to tune out all the distractions
in life and focus on what is most important,
the here and now. Imagery for children has clinically
been shown to be a simple, and highly effective
way of teaching communication and coping skills
that can last a lifetime.
Imagery
is highly effective in even the youngest of
kids. They use their imaginations all the time.
Imagery comes very natural to them. The use
of imagery in young children gives them confidence
at an early age. They feel proud of themselves
that they can take care of their fears, pain
and even sleep better when they use their imaginary
stories.
The effects of imagery are long lasting. Children
gain confidence and feel a sense of pride and
accomplishment. Kids are able to come to a deep
state of relaxation and peace in a matter of
minutes just by the power of their mind and
thoughts.
Imagery
is a tool that they will continue to use as
they grow into teens and through their adult
years. It is a coping tool that they will use
for a lifetime.
T
he effects of imagery are virtually
endless. Visualizations by the mind can transform
almost every aspect of a kid's life. Read
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Guided
Imagery is an active process whereby thoughts
are intentionally re-directed and "guided"
to create a desired result.
Help Kids Cope
The
stresses and demands of everyday life are not
felt just by adults. Children today are stressed
more than any other generation. They are bombarded
by responsibilities and time constraints that
they physically and emotionally cannot handle.
Kids are under a tremendous amount of stress
and pressure to succeed in such a fast paced
world.
Children, just like adults want to be happy.
Kids want to fit in, feel popular and succeed.
They want to please their parents, family, teachers,
coaches and friends. Our kids are overwhelmed
and stressed at the enormity of it all.
Holding feelings in, not knowing
how to cope can lead to life long feelings of
insecurities, self doubts, childhood illness, anger
or depression in kids - teens.
Our thoughts and beliefs create
who we are - and where we are going.
We recommend:
1. Imagery for
Children through Adolescent (3-12 years)
2. Imagery for Courage, Strength and Hope for
Teens - Preteens (12 - adult)
3. Imagery for Reflection, Wisdom, and Change
(12 - adult)
4. Affirmations for Change, Confidence and Success (Ages 12- Adult)
4. Imagery for Procedure - Surgery (10 - Adult)
As never before,
children need to be equipped with internal strength
and resources. And for parents and caretakers,
raising happy, healthy, well-adjusted children
often seems an overwhelming task.
Through learning and practicing visualization,
kids can develop emotional self-care skills
to help themselves with a variety of everyday,
practical concerns.
Help with School Stress
Imagery in the Classroom -
Imagery in the classroom can help children
access their highest learning potential. Research has shown that test scores improve and kids are happy that they can learn ways to help themselves. education
could flourish and test scores would surely
go up.
The use of Imagery for kids -
children is an effective tool that can be used
early on as toddlers.
For
more in depth info on Imagery for all aspects
of health - wellness, click here
Affirmations for Change - Confidence - Success
Affirmations for
Kids - Teens
What are Affirmations?
Positive Affirmations are short statements designed
to replace negative thoughts with positive,
nurturing thoughts. The use of Positive Affirmations
can change a kids thoughts from negative to positive almost instantly.
| What are Affirmations? |
1. Our thoughts are not always what is real.
2. Thoughts are just perceptions of what we have learned to believe about yourself over the years. They are not always accurate.
3. It is possible to change our reality by changing our thoughts.
4. It is true, when you change your thoughts, you can change the direction and outcome of your life.
5. Quite simply, when we change our thoughts, we change our reality.
6. Affirmations are short statements designed to replace negative thoughts with positive.
7. Affirmations is a two-way active communication between a person and their subconscious.
8. The mind WILL respond to the statements as if they were real. |
Negative Thoughts:
- I am stupid
- I'll never be able to do this
- Nobody will believe me anyway
- I'm too fat
- I'm not good enough
Positive Thoughts:
- I can do this
- I am a success
- I make good choices
- Others look to me for direction
- I am awesome
- The body will relax
- Motivation will be boosted
- Self Confidence will increase
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1. The mind responds to the statements as if it were already real.
2. Never focus on what you don't want
3. Focus on what you want
4. Your beliefs and your lifestyle can be changed.
5. It really is that easy
How
to Use Affirmations:
1. State with confidence,
determination and desire.
2. State in the present tense, as if
they have already happened.
3. Repeat consistently throughout
the day.
4. Say them out loud to boost effectiveness.
6. Write them down and view through the day. |
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Do NOT say:
- I don't want to fail
- I don't want to get sick
- I don't want to live
Do Say:
- I will succeed
- I am healthy
- I want to live
- I can have it all
- The best is yet to come
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| Positive Affirmations Examples: |
- I am slow, calm and relaxed
- I have what it takes
- I Can do this
- I surround myself with those who support me
- I am beautiful inside and out
- Today is a great day full of endless opportunities
- I am safe, warm and loved
- The actions of others has no effect on me
- I make good choices
- I make good decisions
- I am focused
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| Sample our Affirmations for Change CD here (Ages 12 - Adult) |
Learn more about Affirmations and The Power of Positive Thinking for Kids
Imagery
for Kids - Confidence - Happiness
The
use of imagery for childhood stress and health
has been shown to have a significant impact
on relaxation. In addition, when imagery is
used for stress, the symptoms (headaches, muscle
tension, digestive disorders) decrease as well.
Imagery uses thoughts, images, or pictures in
the mind to create something desired (preparation
for procedures, positive health outcome, self
confidence, relaxation, change, happiness, and
peace).
All change
starts in the mind
New Imagery
Study Provides Clues on
Using Imagery To Relieve Pain and Anxiety in
Children : The Journal of Pediatric Nursing:
April 2006:
Click
here to Sample our Imagery CD's for Children
- Adults
Imagery for ADD - Help with ADD
Imagery for ADD and Learning Disabilities
Kids with ADD or other forms of learning disabilities have many bottled-up feelings and frustrations such as anger, insecurities, fears and even depression.
The use of Guided Imagery CDs is a perfect tool to help them to identify with the roller coaster of emotions that they often experience. Imagery provides the relaxation that is so very much needed in kids. They are able to slow down their racing mind and learn healthy coping skills.
In addition,
Imagery encourages active focus in kids with ADD and ADHD.
The use of Affirmations and Guided Imagery helps them gain confidence in their ability to problem solve. They develop techniques in which they can learn to "think before they think and react".
They realize that they are not alone and that no matter what, they are loved unconditionally for who they are, and that they are going to be ok.
The use of Imagery is a priceless tool to help kids achieve a sense of relaxation and peaceful tranquility.
They are taught healthy coping strategies that they can use for the rest of their lives.
Cancer
in Children : Imagery can decrease pain, anxiety
The
diagnosis of cancer in kids - children - teens
is without a doubt a tremendous blow to everyone
that impacts that child's life.
An
important concept to remember is to focus on
what is real - rather than what is not. Thinking
of all the "what ifs" not only zaps
your energy, but it takes you away from the
main goal: to do whatever is necessary to help
the child be the best that they can be again.
Our
site has many valuable resources that can help
caregivers, family and the medical team work
together towards the same common goal.
It is important for the loved ones to keep strong,
calm and balanced as well. Please take advantage
of the countless benefits for you as well.
Click here
for more info on Imagery for Courage, Strength,
Hope
Imagery
for Children - Imagery for Procedures in Children
| Imagery for Procedures: |
- Kids are less scared
- Kids cope better
- Less pain
- Less side effects
- Sleep better
- Heal quicker
- Happy Kids !
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Imagery
for Surgery in Kids
According to the American Society of Pediatric
Medicine, preparation for procedures or surgery
fo
r children and teens is an integral part of
the successful outcome of the procedure or surgery.
Using Imagery for procedures has
shown to have highly effective outcomes. Many
clinical trials have shown a significant difference
in procedure fears and anxiety and pain.
It has been well
documented that children who are emotionally
prepared for procedures recovery quicker and
are able to sleep better and have better outcomes
when using imagery CDs.
Imagination and Children
Imagery can reduce anxiety prior to the child's
procedure and after by up to 65%. It is also
documented that it may cut down on the child's
pain by up to 65% and side effects of treatments
by 33%. It has been shown to cut
down hospital stay by 2 days.
Our
imagery CD for children, guides kids to go on
an imaginary journey to places that they may
want to play or have fun, perhaps swinging on
swings or exploring next to a lake, river, or
ocean building sand castles.
It gives them the opportunity to confront and
let go of any unhappy feelings, things or even
people and let them go. Allowing them to float
away in balloons, further and further away.
It is ok to let them go.
Imagery teaches children - teens - adults ways
to cope in a healthy, safe and fun way. It provides
them with valuable tools will last a lifetime.
We recommend:
1. Imagery for
Children through Adolescent (3-12 years)
2. Imagery for Courage, Strength and Hope for
Teens - Preteens (12 - adult)
3. Imagery for Reflection, Wisdom, and Change
(12 - adult)
4. Affirmations for Change, Confidence and Success (Ages 12- Adult)
4. Imagery for Procedure - Surgery (10 - Adult)
Imagery for Divorce and Children
The
stress and emotional turmoil that children feel
when confronted with the concept of divorce
is heart wrenching. Children don't have the
innate ability to rationalize why their family
cannot be happy. They look internally at themselves.
"Did I do something wrong?" "What
could I do to save the family?"
Divorce is a loss of a dream. It hurts everyone
involved. Having an emotional and psychological
outlet for all concerned is imperative for healing.
Guided Imagery can be that outlet.
Children need to become aware of their feelings,
then be taught healthy coping skills to deal
with the stress and the roller coaster of emotions
that they are feeling. The use of Guided Imagery
for kids has been a highly effective tool for
children to use for coping with stress. For more information
on Imagery Products for Children - Teens:
- Guided Imagery for Children
CD purchases
- Guided Imagery CDs
- Guided Imagery Research
- Scheduling Procedure Preparation
Sessions
- Scheduling a one on one Coaching
or Imagery Session with Diane Tusek
- Imagery Lectures, Workshops,
Employee/Staff Training
- Initiating Imagery Program
into Health Care Settings, , School or Business
