Mind
Mindfulness is paying attention to the present moment with openness, curiosity and without judgement. Benefits include:
Reduced worries, anxiety and distress
Create a sense of calm
Learn how to relax and regulate emotions
Improve concentration and increased productivity
Develop a sense of empathy and connectedness
Enjoy better health & sleep
Formal practice is mindfulness meditation where you sit, usually with the eyes closed, and focus attention on one thing. Generally this is either your breathing or the sensations experienced within your body.
With informal practice you bring the same kind of improved attention that you might get from formal practice to everyday situations. This involves directing your full and non-judgmental attention to the activity you’re undertaking at a particular moment – it might be washing the dishes, brushing your teeth, chatting with a friend or studying. (Smiling Mind)
The following links are for organisations that provide formal online guided meditations suitable for children: