Mindfulness 101: What Your Parents Didn’t Teach You

In today's fast-paced world, mindfulness is a learned skill that helps us handle life's challenges with calm and clarity. Many of us weren’t taught this growing up, but it’s never too late to start, and you can pass these lessons on to your kids early. Katie Mathews, a mindfulness practitioner who started her journey at just 2 years old, overcame health challenges through mindfulness. Now, as the founder of The Basecamp for Life, she helps moms and kids build essential mindfulness skills. Discover her fun, practical approach to creating balance in your family’s everyday life. **Time Stamps** Observing Emotions in the Moment (00:05:50) Katie explains the importance of observing emotions without engaging in them during challenging moments. Curiosity in Mindfulness (00:09:03)  Exploration of whether curiosity about emotions should occur in the moment or afterward in mindfulness practice. Growth in Mindfulness (00:08:18) Discussion on the continuous journey of mindfulness and its relevance at different stages of life. Visualization Techniques (00:12:25)  Katie shares a visualization technique she learned from her mother to help children feel secure. Technology's Impact on Kids (00:15:51)  Katie highlights the challenges children face with technology and its effects on social skills and anxiety. Mindfulness as a Tool for Anxiety (00:19:51)  Katie emphasizes the importance of mindfulness in helping children navigate their anxiety and social challenges. Micro Moments for Moms (00:22:27)  Discussion on how moms can incorporate small mindfulness practices into their chaotic daily routines. Self-Care for Care Providers (00:29:24)  Katie highlights the need for care providers to prioritize their own health to effectively support their children. **Connect with Katie** Instagram: ⁠@themotherdrive⁠ Website: ⁠www.basecampforlife.com ⁠**Want More Jill?** Discover Your SuperMom Type:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Take the Quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join The Village: Connect with like-minded mompreneurs and access exclusive resources to help you build your business. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Now⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get Your Author-Signed Copy: Order your signed copy of"Happy Healthy Wealthy and Wise" today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Order Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ **Keywords** Time Management, Self-Care, Super Mom, Work Life Balance, Mindset, Grow Like a Mother, Motherhood, Mompreneur, mindfulness, what is mindfulness parenting, parenting tips mindfulness, mindfulness, parent hacks, meditation