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The Power of Pause
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The Power of Pause

Mindfulness practices strengthen the prefrontal cortex; the part of the brain responsible for: impulse control, emotional regulation, decision-making, problem-solving.

In kid language: Practicing the pause literally rewires their brain toward calm.

This is why small, playful, breath-based pauses work so beautifully. They help children build the skill before the meltdown; the same way they practice tying shoes before they actually run outside.

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