Ammi S Adventures A Mindfulness Meditation For Kids

Ammi’s Adventures: Roads

Hi! I’m Ammi. My name means “the whole world is inside of me,” and I think it’s true: I carry the whole world in my mind and heart and body. I know you do, too! I like to play games, explore, and discover what makes me, me. I’m so glad we’re together on this journey! Roads are things we travel on. We may travel by foot, or bicycle, wheel, roller skate, scooter, or by car. Of course there are also trains that follow a set track, planes that follow roads in the sky, boats that follow a path in the ocean, and even spaceships that follow tracks only an astronaut can see! Roads can be made of anything. Dirt, concrete, bricks, rocks, shells. Even water, air, or stars. Roads lead us places. Sometimes we know where we are going and sometimes we are surprised by where we end up. Some paths are wide and wild, others are treacherous and tough, and some are calm and clear. No matter what kind of road you are on, there are always signs along the way. The signs tell us where we are, how much longer it will take to arrive at our destination, and which way to turn. Signs help guide us so we don’t lose our way. Some are very obvious and others are almost camouflaged. Some people say that life is like one big road…but where does it lead? I have an idea. Let’s explore some new roads together.

A 4-Minute Meditation for Kids

There are so many roads. Inside, outside, all around. There are millions of paths to choose. Like a gift waiting to be unwrapped, each road is an invitation to get to know yourself better. Follow the signs. With practice you will know the ones that are helpful. Remember, all roads guide you home. Love from your new friend, Ammi.

How to Follow Your Own Path

A little more: Let’s play a game! Think about a question you have, something you are curious about or wonder about life, about something important. Then take some deep breaths, close your eyes and bring your focus into the center of your head, your imagining mind. The place where all things exist. Imagine a door out in front of you. What does your door look like? When you’re ready, open the door and as you begin to walk through, notice how the road appears and brings you signs. Where does the road lead? What gifts or information is shared? Be there on your road taking in what is available and becoming clear to you. When you feel complete, say thank you, close the door behind you, and bring your focus back to the center of your head. You followed the road to your own wisdom.