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The stress is real! Between work, kids’ schedules, and the endless stream of distressing news on our screens, it’s no wonder we’re all feeling it. Exposure to violent or traumatic images — especially when we don’t expect them — can trigger early stress symptoms like poor sleep and mood swings.

Even parents are showing signs: the internet is calling it “Cougar Puberty” for moms in perimenopause and IMS (Irritable Male Syndrome) for dads. And let’s not forget the academic and social pressures our kids face daily.

So what’s the answer to all this stress? Yoga.

If you can’t make it to class, try these proven, portable practices:

🧘 Resonance Breathing — your ultimate anti-stress hack.

1. Inhale through your nose for 5 counts.
2. Exhale through your nose for 5 counts.
3. Continue for at least a minute. Adjust the count as needed — just keep it even.

☄️ The Stress Springboard — channel the meltdown into meaning. Helping others has been shown to reduce stress and increase resilience.

✨ Bonus: Yoga aligns with the 11 Things Therapists Wish Every Kid Knew — Time Magazine Article.

Take a breath. You’ve got this. 💛

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Each year on October 27th, the world comes together for the largest celebration of mentoring—a global movement that honors the impact of mentors across every industry, community, and generation. It’s a mission to amplify YOUR mentoring achievements and commitment to growth all year long.

Mentorship is more than guidance—it’s transformation. And in the world of yoga, becoming a mentor means helping others reconnect with their bodies, minds, and purpose. That’s why It’s Yoga Kids® Warrior Training is empowering a new wave of yoga mentors to lead with heart, skill, and intention.

🧘 Why Yoga Mentorship Matters

We all need help in life! Yoga leaders don’t just teach poses—they cultivate presence, resilience, and emotional intelligence. For parents, educators, coaches, and caregivers, becoming a certified yoga leader through Warrior Training means gaining the tools to support children and families in meaningful, lasting ways.

Mentors trained through It’s Yoga Kids® learn to guide others using the High5 Habits—five essential practices that help kids and adults thrive:

1. Mindfulness – Teaching awareness of thoughts, feelings, and surroundings
2. Movement – Encouraging healthy, intentional physical activity
3. Meditation – Creating space for calm, clarity, and emotional regulation
4. Mindset/Mantras – Fostering a growth-oriented, positive outlook
5. Magic – Celebrating the joy, creativity, and connection that yoga brings

These habits form the foundation of a mentoring approach that’s not only effective—but deeply human.

🌟 Amplify Your Mentoring

On October 27th, we celebrate YOU—the mentors who show up, lift others, and lead by example. Whether you're guiding a team, supporting a student, or helping a parent find balance, your impact matters.

Through yoga, movement, and mindful mentorship, we’re shaping the next generation of leaders—one breath at a time. When you mentor with mindfulness, your ripple effect is felt far and wide.

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October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and offer meaningful support to children navigating attention challenges. ADHD affects millions of kids, shaping how they learn, move, and relate to others. But with the right tools, these children can thrive—and yoga is one of the most powerful resources available.

🌿 Nature and the ADHD Brain

Research continues to show that exposure to green spaces boosts cognition, creativity, and mood—especially for children with ADHD. According to a New York Times article, time spent in nature can help calm the mind and improve attention. While not every study finds the same results, the overall trend is clear: nature supports mental clarity and emotional balance.

Combining yoga with outdoor experiences amplifies these benefits. Practicing yoga in a park, garden, or even a backyard allows kids to move mindfully while absorbing the calming effects of the natural world.

🧘 Yoga as a Tool for Regulation

Yoga helps kids with ADHD by:

• Improving body awareness and coordination
• Teaching breath control to calm the nervous system
• Building focus through structured movement
• Creating space for emotional expression and release

Rather than asking kids to sit still, yoga invites them to move with purpose—channeling energy in ways that support learning and self-regulation.

💪 The It’s Yoga Kids® 3 Success Skills

At It’s Yoga Kids®, we focus on three foundational skills that help children with ADHD become the best version of themselves:

1. Adaptability Yoga teaches kids to adjust to new poses, environments, and sensations. This flexibility helps them navigate change with less frustration and more ease.
2. Resilience Falling out of a pose? No problem. Yoga encourages kids to try again, building emotional strength and perseverance—key traits for managing ADHD challenges.
3. Confidence Mastering a movement or simply showing up on the mat fosters self-belief. Yoga helps kids trust their bodies and minds, reinforcing a positive self-image.

🌟 Moving Forward with Compassion

ADHD doesn’t define a child—it’s just one part of their story. With yoga and nature as allies, kids can discover new ways to focus, express themselves, and succeed. This month, let’s raise awareness, reduce stigma, and celebrate the unique strengths of every child.