© 2016 by Christopher Willard, PsyD
SOUNDS TRUE is a trademark of Sounds True, Inc.
All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner without written permission from the author and publisher.
This work is solely for personal growth and education. It should not be treated as a substitute for professional assistance, therapeutic activities such as psychotherapy or counseling, or medical advice. In the event of physical or mental distress, please consult with appropriate health professionals. The application of protocols and information in this book is the choice of each reader, who assumes full responsibility for his or her understandings, interpretations, and results. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for the actions or choices of any reader.
Cover design by Rachael Murray
Book design by Beth Skelley
Printed in Canada
Excerpt from Interbeing: Fourteen Guidelines for Engaged Buddhism (1998) by Thich Nhat Hanh reprinted with permission of Parallax Press, Berkeley, California, www.parallax.org.
Excerpt from Being Peace (rev. ed. 2005) by Thich Nhat Hanh reprinted with permission of Parallax Press, Berkeley, California, www.parallax.org.
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Willard, Christopher (Psychologist)
Growing up mindful : essential practices to help children, teens, and families find balance, calm, and resilience / Christopher Willard, PsyD.
pages cm
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN 978-1-62203-590-8
1. Meditation for children. 2. Meditation—Therapeutic use.
3. Mindfulness (Psychology) I. Title.
BF723.M37W554 2016
158.1›2—dc23
2015034114
Ebook ISBN 978-1-62203-631-8