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As adults we know how much stress can wear us down. Deadlines, rushed schedules, errands to run, bills to pay, spinning wheels – some days it feels like it never ends! But we do what we can to alleviate pressure and unwind when we need to. We can communicate that we need a break, a nap, a vacation, do yoga, or get a massage.
Now. Take what you know about stress and try to apply it to a child’s mindset. They may not know about bills {thank goodness for that}, but they do feel stress on some level. Especially with homework, balancing sports with schoolwork, chores, feeding off of your stress, or even just everyday frustrations that children may experience. How do they alleviate that stress and let it go?
That’s where Lori Lite comes in. Atlanta mom and entrepreneur – you may recognize her from ABC’s TV show, Shark Tank. Lori developed “Stress Free Kids” a line of books and cds that help families deal with stress, anxiety, even anger together. Here is a clip from her Shark Tank appearance:
Here is Lori’s video update after her appearance on the show. Plenty of wonderful things are on the horizon for Lori and her homegrown company. Be sure to watch that video update, by the way, to hear about the contest Stress Free Kids is putting on and how you can enter to win either a signed full set of books and CDs or Lori might just come out and do an author reading at your child’s school!
I received a copy of “The Goodnight Caterpillar” to review. This beautifully illustrated children’s relaxation story is meant to focus on muscle awareness and help to relax the body and mind. I can see why! The story itself is endearing. A young girl happens upon a caterpillar who is tied up in knots, in a huge hurry, and he’s really quite uptight. She starts to calm him and he eventually relaxes so he can finish building his cocoon. While Charlie is a little young to fully grasp the relaxation techniques used, she did enjoy the pictures thoroughly. I can easily see this and other Stress Free Kids books becoming part of our nightly story and bed time routine. What a great way to unwind after a long day!
Here’s a little more information about Stress Free Kids from the website:
Every parent in the world wants their children to learn to relax, improve their self-esteem, manage anger, and fall asleep easier. Our products will introduce you and your children to the proven techniques of deep breathing, progressive muscular relaxation, visualizations, and affirmations/positive statements.
We have added CDs for teens and adults. We want your whole family to manage stress, anxiety and anger!
ADHD
Post Traumatic Stress
Aspergers
Autism
OCD
Night Terrors
Obesity
Self-Esteem
At Risk Teens
Stress Management
Play Therapy
All Anxiety Disorders
Anger Management
Sleep Difficulties
Imagination Stimulation
Depression
High Blood Pressure
Migraines
Stomach Aches
TMJ
Bullying
Expressive Therapy
Pain Management
Trauma
Focus
Hyperactivity
Increase Creativity
Addictions
Phobias
Panic Disorder
Wellness
Behavior Therapy
A few of Lori’s titles will be sold at Borders nationwide and of course all of the Stress Free Kids books and CDs are available to purchase online as well {The Goodnight Caterpillar is only $12.95}. Stay up to date with Stress Free Kids by subscribing to the YouTube channel where Lori reached 17,000 hits on her Youtube video.
Indigo Ocean Dreams is a 60 minute CD/audio book designed to entertain your child in an ocean setting while introducing them to four relaxation and stress-management techniques. Children follow their sea friends along as they learn to release and manage anger with Angry Octopus, build self-esteem with Affirmation Weaver, implement breathing with Sea Otter Cove and visualize with Bubble Riding. Designed as the sequel to Indigo Dreams, this CD offers longer stories and expands on the relaxation techniques of breathing, visualizations, muscular relaxation and affirmations. Ideal for older children ages 6-12, or as step two for those already familiar with Indigo Dreams. Engaging characters present these adult level techniques in an easy to follow format that makes it fun for any child to learn.
This review was written strictly based on my opinion, take it or leave it. I merely received the product itself to review, no compensation. You can read more about my reviews in my Acknowledgment Policy.
My daughter sometimes takes what people (including classmates) to heart. She has been told that she is not cool and that she is stupid or fat and she is simply none of the above. I have been trying to teach her that most of them are just jealous because she is SO cool.
Trust me when I say we don't normally look this idyllic, picturesque, +/or gussied up. In fact if you were to drop by unannounced {please don't} I'd be makeup free, in jeans and a tee, and my hair would be a hot mess.
Charlie might look like this though. Probably making that face, too. But nonetheless, this is me and my itty bitty family.
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I like the The Goodnight Caterpillar book.
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The "Angry Octopus" Book!
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I also like the The Affirmation Web book
I would love to try the affirmation weaver for my daughter.
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My daughter sometimes takes what people (including classmates) to heart. She has been told that she is not cool and that she is stupid or fat and she is simply none of the above. I have been trying to teach her that most of them are just jealous because she is SO cool.
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The book titled Angry Octopus. We have a grandson with anger issues. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway.
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Angry Octopus book for DS! Although all the books look great!
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Our daughter stresses over school. garrettsambo@aol.com
I'd like to try Sea Otter Cove
Angry Octopus book
I love the Sea Otter Cove book!
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