Just Breathe
Meditation, Mindfulness, Movement, and More
by Mallika Chopra
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Pub Date Aug 28 2018 | Archive Date Jul 17 2018
Perseus Books, Running Press | Running Press Kids
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Description
For kids ages 8 to 12, this is an accessible and fun meditation and mindfulness how-to book filled with full-color illustrations, written by Mallika Chopra and with a foreword by Deepak Chopra.
Just Breathe is a fun and accessible, fully illustrated go-to meditation guide written by none other than Mallika Chopra, wellness expert and the daughter of Deepak Chopra. For kids ages 8 to 12, this book is full of specific exercises to help deal with day-to-day challenges and tips to lead a healthier, happier, and more connected life.
The book includes practical advice on breathing techniques and guided meditations for a number of topics and scenarios, including: dealing with stress, getting to sleep, building self-confidence, focusing on school/tests/other work, and ridding oneself of anxiety.
Beginners will learn the basics of meditation and how to get started, and those more experienced will learn how to improve their practice. This book will also teach kids how to prepare their own meditation spaces. Just Breathe is the go-to book for kids who want to learn more about mindfulness and meditation.
A Note From the Publisher
Mallika Chopra is a mom, media entrepreneur, public speaker, and published author. Her first book, 100 Promises to My Baby, published in 2005 and has sold 20,692 copies on Bookscan. She is also the author of two additional books: 100 Questions From My Child and most recently Living with Intent. She is the founder of Intent.com, a website and app focused on personal, social, and global wellness. She also helped launch the Heal The World Foundation with Michael Jackson in the 1990s. She is the founder of The Chopra Well, a premiere YouTube channel with 173K subscribers. She teaches a course at Columbia University, where she is also obtaining her Masters in Psychology. She has spoken on her passion for Intent at TedX SanDiego, TedX Berkeley, Ideacity, Business Innovation Factory, LOHAS, and women's conferences around the US, as well as speaking regularly at the Chopra Center for Wellbeing.
Advance Praise
“Just Breathe is a gift for the whole family. With fun illustrations and simple steps, this book will empower you to feel more in control, to genuinely connect with others, and to approach life with peace and joy.”
—Dr. Shefali Tsabary, clinical psychologist & author of the New York Times bestseller The Conscious Parent
“Just Breathe is the book I wish I had growing up.”
—Tara Stiles, founder of Strala Yoga
“Chopra opens the door to a direct discovery of how good it feels to be less anxious, healthier, and experience a more balanced way of life. Starting meditation young, in adolescence, is a lifelong set up for health peace and thriving.”
—Dr. Lisa Miller, author of The Spiritual Child: The New Science of Parenting for Health and Lifelong Thriving, and professor & founder, Spirituality and Mind-Body Institute, Columbia University, Teachers College
“A charming and engaging book of life skills that speaks directly to tweens themselves, not through intermediaries like their parents or teachers. Mallika’s wonderful new book is an essential addition to your child’s bookshelf!”
—Susan Kaiser Greenland, author of Mindful Games and The Mindful Child
“Just Breathe will help you find the inner power to better connect with friends and family, be healthier and happier, and succeed at what you want to do.” —Congressman Tim Ryan
"I wish I had learned to Just Breathe when I was younger. The lessons inside are priceless, and you will be able to use them for the rest of your life. All kids - and all adults - should read it."
―Cara Natterson, pediatrician and New York Times bestselling author of The Care and Keeping of You series
“A totally refreshing and original approach to teaching children meditation, this wonderful book is a real treasure for kids of all ages. To be read by parents and teachers as well as friends, family, and kids, it is a totally beautiful and joyful approach to contemplative practice in real life!”
—Rev. Joan Jiko Halifax,
Abbot, Upaya Zen Center
Marketing Plan
National media campaign handled by Hilsinger Mendelsen
Targeted School/Educational Special AdvertisingShelf Awareness Advertising Pre-order social media campaign via Mallika Chopra’s various platformsIndiebound White Box MailingPromotion at ALA Midwinter and ALA AnnualSatellite Radio TourLibrarian/educator blog tour
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780762491582 |
| PRICE | $12.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 128 |
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