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MASCULINE ENERGY SAGITTARIUS SUPER FULL MOON LUNAR ECLIPSE
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A Letter From the Editor Dear Readers,
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and we are thankful for Summer. This time of year is a time for laughter, joy and new experiences. The month of June also marks the completion of the first half of the year. This may be a time for reflection as you move into the second half of the year. This month, Energi Magazine is celebrating the men in our lives. We would like to take a moment to wish a very Happy Father’s Day to all of the younger fathers, older fathers, step-fathers, grandfathers, godfathers, biological and non biological fathers, those with babies in heaven, those with fathers in heaven, those who have stepped into the role and those who have a fathering heart. Thank you for all that you do. Thank you for being a part of the Energi Family! With love and light, Aria de Lima Editor In Chief Alternative practices and suggestions within Energi Magazine should not be used as a substitution to medical advisory. If you are struggling with physical or mental health issues, please consult a medical professional.
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I LOVE KNOWING THAT MY DREAMS AND DESIRES ARE ALWAYS FULFILLED
MY GOALS ARE CONSISTENTLY MET
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SAGITTARIUS SUPER FULL MOON LUNAR ECLIPSE BY: SAVITA MOON CHILD
We had a total supermoon lunar eclipse in Sagittarius on the 26th of May, an exceedingly rare one where again the moon was remarkably close to Earth, making it a supermoon, so the energy was strong. This energy can affect us personally as well as globally, in the events that are unfolding in different countries and different places. How can we make best use of this power? How will it most likely be translated into our lives? If
you have Sagittarius in your chart the chances are something is going to come to the fore. It could be to do with our professional lives, our health, our relationships, or it could be something coming to fruition that we may have been working on over a period of time. Sagittarius is associated with truth, where we may be holding back on telling the truth and why we are avoiding it. It could be that we may know that a
relationship is coming to an end or that it is already over, or may need a drastic change for it to work. The truth may make you feel that it is now time to address these changes and end things once and for all, acknowledging where we are and where we want to be. We may need to make some changes financially too; being complacent and staying in a career that no longer serves us, where we know there is another passion in something particular but have not put a
focus on making it our career. We may have put it aside and just thought to ourselves, “I am not educated enough within this subject; I am not worthy of this thing.” The Lunar Eclipse will override all of that and will highlight all that needs to be profoundly changed, bringing an influx of possibilities. A real turning point in our lives. This eclipse will forge found courage, in which we can tell the truth, even if it is not something we want to tell ourselves or something somebody else might want to hear. It may come out as an uncomfortable truth but a truth that will set us free. This energy is a wonderful time for awakening our spiritual path and taking it to another level and another frequency. Expansive Jupiter, the planet of purpose and possibility, ruling Sagittarius, moved into Pisces on the 13th of May and will stay there until the 29th of July. Jupiter in Pisces may bring about enjoyment and take us on the edge of our comfort zones, fulfilling our greatest potential. It may also bring some confusion or feelings of overwhelming emotion. Jupiter is related to the Crown Chakra, helping all of us to feel more intuitive, more psychic, energetically aligned and able to broaden our vision. The sun is in Gemini, the sign of change, questioning and finding truth during this full moon. There will also be six other planets in mutable signs, making it a time to learn to be more malleable; more fluid in how we come up with creative responses to certain situations. There could be something that we would never normally do, but we are determined to do it, learning to go with the mutable energy and becoming adaptable. Where do you need to be adaptable? What have you been resisting? How can you flow through and let go of this resistance? This is also a great time to take risks and look at how we judge. Sagittarius can often be a judgmental sign. How are you judging people, places and situations? Are you remembering to be gentle, kind and sensitive to everybody’s journey? Everyone has got something that they are going through in some shape or form. Try to release all that binds you and this Sagittarius Lunar Eclipse will help us to clearly see the way forward.
Affirm at this full moon in Sagittarius… I am so grateful that old blocks connected to my peace and mind have been revealed and cleared. I am so grateful that deeper levels of honesty infiltrate my experience. I am so grateful that any questions or other issues involving education have been resolved in magical ways. I am so grateful that I have attracted more spontaneity and adventure into my life. I am so grateful and aim to fulfil my full potential and my true soul’s calling. I am so grateful and willing to find freedom in all areas of my life. Have a wonderful Super Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius.
THE YOGA OF FATHERHOOD BY: PREMADASA GANGADEEN
Before I received the blessing of becoming a father, my main focus in life primarily fell between two areas of personal interest: music and yoga. From the music side, my focus encompassed everything from practicing an instrument to promoting shows and beyond. My life was consumed with music and I’m quick to point out that music was my yoga before I knew what yoga was. Once my interest in yoga started to take root, it was a 20-year journey of self-discovery, self-discipline and selfawareness. The parallels between music and yoga were many and often I found that the two disciplines greatly complimented one another. My approach to yoga resembled my approach to music: a deep and voracious yearning to learn and ultimately share more, practice with greater awareness, find and/or establish a community and develop a greater sense of recognition, empathy and collaboration with others on the same path. It has been some 20-odd years later since coming into yoga and I find myself deeply entrenched and invested in the above two disciplines as a new father, and to have the opportunity to share both with my son has been an endless source of joy. To witness him observing me in that state of joy and happiness, to share events together, or to simply be present with one another shows me that many gifts will be soon revealed to us both as we age together.
When viewed purely from a yogic perspective, I have a tremendous amount of gratitude for my practice as it allows me to support both my partner and my son from a place of appreciation, grace, patience and quiet power. The discipline and control within the body and breath from practicing asana and pranayama easily allows me to watch the impressions of my mind, my life story and potential automatic non-conscious response to situations in the moment. The wealth of practice and wisdom that I have received has created a positive pulse or radiating effect to my immediate little family, my blended family and my personal and professional relationships. Though I acknowledge my bias here, I will attest, based on the observance of others, that our son is one of the happiest, cheerful, considerate and sweet little people around. His mother would attend my yin and restorative yoga classes as well as my yoga nidra classes when he was in-utero, and upon birth he was already familiar with the sounds of mantras, the positioning of the body within asana and overall had a peaceful and quiet disposition. When we allow ourselves space to ‘do’ yoga, yoga will eventually ‘do’ us - it brings about proper alignment and balance with the universal aspects of nature. The most important piece of my yoga practice comes down to the simplicity of my son replicating what he sees me doing: we chant AUM together with hands clasped, we perform yoga postures together and have been known to sit silently with one another in deep introspection or meditation. My extreme attention to detail and methodical approach to most things have been refined over time to a more simplistic approach thanks to my yoga practice and my son. I am able to see how he has picked up on this approach to most things: he is quite deliberate and meticulous as he moves with purpose. My company for all yoga-related affairs is called PLAY, which is an acronym for Pure Life Ayur Yoga. It uses the science and technology of Yoga and Ayurveda to bring about education, encouragement and promotion of total health and wellness. We manage to play together on a regular basis and the amount of joy that we bring to one another cannot be measured. He reminds me that play is the
essence of life. It is my deep belief that the art and science of music and yoga has made a profound positive impact on my life and by extension, his as well. My hope is that as we grow together he will become a main source of joy, wisdom and love for many to follow by his example. When viewed through the lens of a lineage of yoga, I am reminded of the legacy that I leave to him to carry forward. It is my hope and belief that as more parents and more specifically, more fathers go into the deeper aspects of yoga practice like pranayama and meditation, the next generation will be better able to support one another, manage stress and anxiety, and become better or more efficient support systems for their families and communities. Let’s all take a moment to pause, reflect and recommit to becoming a better version of ourselves as fathers to create a template of strong, caring, dependable children to foster greater positivity in our shared world.
BECOMING A FATHER BY: LISA BRENNER
Congratulations, you’re a Dad! Ok, so now what? Becoming a father brings up a range of emotions and feelings: excitement, love, anxiety, fear, protectiveness, hope, pride, joy, grief…it can be quite the rollercoaster ride! When a new baby is on the way (or has arrived) the focus is often on the mother and the baby. A lot of dads feel uncertain of their role in the early days and are unsure of how to help or what to do. How does one overcome this? By cultivating a loving and open heart and mind, harnessing your powers of observation, and by not being afraid to mess up! Babies do not come with a user manual; it is up to each parent to learn how to best care for each child they are blessed to parent. Oxytocin, best known as the ‘love hormone’, plays a big role in a mother’s initial bonding with their child after birth. Recently, researchers have observed that the same spike in oxytocin occurs when fathers hold and play with their newborns! Here are a few lovely ways to facilitate an oxytocin boost. SKIN-TO-SKIN There’s no better feeling than cuddling with your sweet babe on your chest. Remove your shirt, have Baby in only a diaper, sit semi-reclined and place a blanket over you both. Baby should have their head turned to one side and their shoulders resting on or above Dad’s breastbone. This provides many benefits for the baby; it accelerates brain development, promotes a feeling of calm, soothes and reduces stress, improves quality of sleep, enhances the immune system, stimulates digestion and weight gain, synchronizes heart rate and breathing, and promotes psychological well-being. So get snuggling! BATHE AND CHANGE BABY Taking over or participating in bath time is a great way for Dad to build a connection and bond with their baby, as well as changing their diapers! Making eye contact, chatting, smiling and kissing the top of their head are all great ways for your baby to get used to your touch, your voice, your energy and your love.
SING, TALK, READ, PLAY Babies love to hear the sound of your voice. Singing, talking, reading and playing right from day one help to establish connection and are the foundation for language development. Pick your favourite song and sing it to Baby every day! Get some board books to read everyday. A few of our favourites are “Guess how much I love you” by Sam McBratney, “Goodnight Moon” by Margaret Wise Brown, “Sometimes I like to curl up in a ball” by Vicki Churchill and “The very hungry caterpillar” by Eric Carle.
Spending time with your new baby not only strengthens the bond between you, but also allows an opportunity to offer support and to spend more time with your significant other. Some other ways dads can offer support include: Be a buffer between Mom or baby and family members or visitors Identify what Mom needs and provide it to her. Offer snacks or drinks or to warm up food Give Mom breaks to shower, nap, etc. (Don’t wait for her to ask) Learn to recognize your baby’s cues Organize dinner - cook, order out, or enlist help from family and friends Prepare easy snacks for Mom to grab Help with chores or errands Keep siblings busy and do bedtime with them Babywearing (wearing or carrying your baby in a sling or carrier) Take lots of pictures, especially with Mom and baby Be understanding of changing hormones and moods Attend appointments Be involved - don’t wait to be asked Do the laundry, fold it, put it away Keep things stocked - diapers, wipes, etc. Go for a walk with Mom and Baby Talk with Mom and allow her to talk Take care of yourself; exercise Start a tradition, for eg, take baby for a walk every Saturday morning, allowing Mom to have some time to herself Keep the lines of communication open and remember that both you and your partner are learning how to be parents. Above all, enjoy this precious time! The newborn stage passes quickly, and while the days (and nights) can be long, there are so many sweet moments to cherish and memories to be created as a family. Happy Father’s Day to all of the dads out there!
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Crystals for Dad By: Andrea Sipcic
Father’s Day is right around the corner, which means if you haven’t already, it’s time to start shopping. While corny t-shirts and gadgets that he may or may not need are classic, maybe consider something a little different this year. Father’s Day is a perfect opportunity to take a look at which and how crystals can be used and enjoyed by Dad as well as all of the other men in your life. Crystals are considered by most who enjoy them to be Earth’s gifts, carrying phenomenally powerful abilities and “magic.” However, we do more often see females wearing them as jewelry and having them in their home or even in their purse. It is fair to say that some crystals are regarded by many males to be more “feminine” (ie. Rose Quartz and Amethyst) but there are also some crystals that males are often more drawn to. There are also some wonderful ways they can use crystals and different crystal products that can have amazing impacts on them, their well-being and their enjoyment.
Jasper Re-energizes the physical body Carries a vibration of peace, calm and tranquility Grants patience and understanding Brings a feeling of comfort and reassurance
Obsidian Highly protective stone Forms a shield against negativity Truth-enhancing Helps with grounding and healing
Tiger's Eye Helps to embrace one’s confidence, inner strength and inner power Stone of wild force and energy Highly protective Helps to balance physical and emotional well being
Green Tourmaline The masculine/Yang counterpart to the feminine heart energies of Pink Tourmaline Opens the Heart Chakra Enhances courage, strength, stamina and vitality Physically healing to the heart
Crystal products and gift ideas for men Pendant stones, necklaces, bracelets Keychain crystals
Sculptures made of or containing crystals (ie dragon or animal sculpture)
Crystal skulls Wine/alcohol bottle stopper
Crystal stone clock (for desk, office, bedroom)
Crystal infused water bottle
Crystal pen and/or pen holder There are plenty of ways men can incorporate crystals into their everyday life, whether it be for adornment (of their body or space) such as jewelry or a sculpture, or to be used for a purpose, such as a bottle stopper or a clock. What’s most important when gifting these is to really know the man. What does he like and what do you know for sure he will use or spend a lot of time in or doing? This is where you can get creative. Maybe he has a specific drink that he can use a crystal bottle to enjoy from. Maybe he always had a thing for pirates (Does he like pirates of the Caribbean?) and there’s a perfect spot for a beautiful crystal skull right by his work desk. Or maybe he likes to wear simple, discreet jewelry but doesn’t own any crystal ones that he ever considered would suit his style. The possibilities are vast and with all the options available, they are bound to please and heal at the same time.
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PLEASANT WORDS TO PLEASE PAPA ON FATHER’S DAY By: Chris Lee Happy Father’s Day! ...It just doesn’t have the same ring to it as Happy Mother’s Day. What image pops into your head when you think of Father’s Day? I always envision kids gifting their dad a funny greeting card and a weird matching tie and coffee mug combo. Kids’ TV shows often portray the dad as a clueless, bungling dimwit. Many sitcoms portray Dad as a onedimensional, grumpy ogre. While entertaining, TV portrayals give us dads a bad rap. As a dad, I’ve gotten my fair share of ugly ties and coffee mugs. It comes with the territory, you could say. What else comes with the territory of being a dad? Fixing stuff when it breaks, mowing the lawn, eating all of the leftovers that no one else wants, doing most of the work on science projects and writing last minute papers that your kids forgot about. Sometimes being a great dad can be a thankless job. You see, “bad” dads get much more recognition when they do good stuff, but with good dads, the good is just what is expected. That’s why Father’s Day is so important. After our basic needs of food, shelter and safety are met, our needs then center around our sense of belonging and relationships. It is the desire that we all have to feel accomplished. Father’s Day is an opportunity for men to get the validation that we all want and need, even though most of us would never admit to it. The macho-man playbook says to never show emotions and act like everything is ok, even when it’s not. That means that a lot of men need things like reassurance, encouragement and affirmation - but are hesitant to ask for what they need.
More so than the physical gifts that I’ve gotten on Father’s Day, the most fulfilling and satisfying ones have always been the words of acknowledgement and appreciation from my children, their mother and my own parents. It always stirs my soul when people close to me say, “you’re an amazing father” or “you have a great relationship with your kids.” If you have a good father, step-father, grandfather or other male figure in your life, take a moment to thank them. It’ll mean a lot.. Here are ten things you can say or write to your father this Father’s Day that will make him feel special:
1. Your support means the world to me. 2. You’ve always worked so hard to care for us and I appreciate it. 3. I always feel safe when you’re around. 4. I cherish your wisdom and advice. 5. I hope to be as good a parent to my kids as you have been to me. 6. Thank you for the sacrifices you’ve made for us. 7. You are my rock. 8. You’ve always had my back. 9. The older I get, the more respect and appreciation I have for you. 10. I love you.
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MASCULINE ENERY BY: PRIYA ALI
When most people hear the terms masculine and feminine energy, their thoughts shift to appearance, style of dress and body language. Masculine and feminine energies are possessed by all of us; the yin (feminine) and yang (masculine) duality is a part of each and every one of us. In elemental terms, the masculine energy is mostly aligned with the elements of fire and wind, whereas feminine energy is mostly aligned with the elements of water and earth. Likening it to weather conditions, too much or too little of one of these elements can cause extreme conditions that could even be detrimental. When in balance, masculine energy is active, assertive, initiating, conscientious and logical. It can be felt as an energy that is disciplined, full of certainty and operates with a cause and effect led from a place of purpose and vision. The balanced masculine energy will possess a small amount of feminine energy which allows it to be softer, gives it depth and makes it wiser. The balanced masculine energy is often referred to as healthy masculine, natural masculine and divine masculine.
In an unbalanced state, the masculine can be felt as destructive, aggressive, narrow minded, cold, forceful and dominating. The unbalanced masculine energy has no feminine energy in it which can lead to withdrawal, avoidance, excessive competition, instability and abusiveness. The unbalanced masculine energy is often referred to as unhealthy masculine or wounded masculine.
existing from a wounded feminine energy and acting from a place of high levels or completely from masculine energies, it leaves many men displaced and uncertain.
There are many steps to aligning with and awakening the divine masculine energy. One of the foundational steps is to deconstruct the conditioning. Take a look at what you have been During the last 15 years in my coaching practice, I taught, conditioned or led to believe when it comes have witnessed many men that not only presented to answering what it means to be a man. with a wounded masculine energy but also Take time with each of these beliefs and evaluate presented more aligned with their feminine them. Ask yourself, “Does this belief align with what energies. Boys and men have not been and still are a mature and balanced masculine energy looks not generally reared to be aware of their emotions, like?” During this initial step it can be highly much less to express them in a healthy way. As a beneficial to make a list of masculine energies that result I have seen many clients who experience low- you find admiral or resonate with. self esteem, depression and passive-aggressiveness. Bringing both aspects of your energy into a balanced In addition to not being taught how to access their state and raising self awareness towards what this natural masculine, they are taught to extinguish looks like for you as an individual is key to living an their feminine energies and to adopt toxic masculine empowered and joyful life. It can improve all areas mindsets. This creates a lot of confusion for boys and of your life, including your relationship with men as they navigate their way through school, yourself. Experiencing life from this balanced state socialization, sports, relationships and careers. This of being allows you to activate your highest coupled with the fact that many more women are potential and can be quite simply, divine.
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My Daddy, My Friend
First he was Mommy's friend, then their love grew. As time went on he saw me grow in Mommy's tummy. Weeks turned into months and then the day came, the day I was born. As he looked into my baby book, his smile so big, knowing he was welcoming a daughter into the world that day. He was so happy he named me as he held me in his arms. I looked up with newborn eyes. I saw my daddy, my friend. As the years went on, he was always there, lending a hand or lending an ear, whenever I needed my daddy, he was near. Now as a grown woman, I still look to my daddy for help, guidance and a laughter we share because even though he is my daddy, he is also my friend.
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A masculine space that is designated for maximum calm state of mind. The unconventional sanctuary that is the place to unwind and relax after a long day at work or with the family. Having time alone adds great benefits to our health and is an amazing stress reducer, which has a profound effect on the human body. A man cave should be filled with the essence of all things enjoyed; a project studio space where activities such as woodworking, music, fitness, sports or reading are available, and hobbies that create a meditative vibe. Just like women, men need to have a place they feel proud of; their place; their happy space where they can get lost in their imagination to get re-energized and release and retreat. Location Location Location No matter what size your home may be, there are options to create a man cave masterpiece. It can be a corner of the house, the end of a hallway, or a nook that feels somewhat away from everything. All it really takes is placing a comfy chair and a standing or floating shelf with some special or custom lighting. If you live in a house, the lower level is a great getaway from it all. If you’ve got an already finished basement, you’re ready to go. Spare bedrooms and office spaces are great areas to use as well. With just a few simple additions of furniture and decoration, plus an eye for curating the best layout possible, you can have a fully formed man cave in the lower level of your home in no time. Maybe it’s the garage; one side can be perfect for any Man Cave. Divide the area by zone. Begin with putting down rubber flooring to protect the concrete underneath and ensure the room has proper ventilation. Then you can place an outdoor/indoor carpet, add elevated shelves, plenty of wall art, and even bring in a heating system to be plugged in for the cooler days. Add some lighting either from the sides of the wall or the ceiling. Create a seating area such as two chairs and a coffee table in the middle of the space. A Man shed, the great getaway escape Another great option is an outdoor Man shed. If you already have a shed, you are one step closer. If not there are kits that will put it together for you or you can buy one and do it
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Card: Sad Embrace The Guides have requested that the direct quote from the guide book be included. “Loss is a part of life. Let go and allow time to heal you. You may be entering into a period where loss is a theme. Perhaps you’re letting go of a long-cherished dream. If so, take heart, for this ending may have been for your highest good. A better and more powerful dream will be realized in your life if you can accept the loss.” “Relationships built on a foundation are meant to end at this time. Disappointment is a form of perception. If your expectations weren’t met, a sense of loss arises, along with the sadness and grief. Express these emotions. Tears are like healing rain that can restore life to a parched inner landscape. Growth is always assured. Whatever the loss, however great it is, let go, and experience your feelings so that you may soon see what beauty lies ahead.” For some of you, the message is to recognize that whatever is meant for you, for your life and your experience, must come to you. The only thing that would ever stand in the way of that would be you. This could be through doubt, worry, lower frequency behaviours, actions and relationships. For some of you, the message is to recognize that if something isn’t working out for you, let it go. Even if it is a cherished dream, let it go knowing that if it is meant for you, nothing can stop it and if it isn’t meant for you, letting go will make room for what is meant for you. What is meant for you will be so much greater and joyful for you than what isn’t meant for you. There will be ease, flow, consistent opportunity and joy. If you are finding that you have to struggle, stress and settle, that isn’t your thing. Loss is a part of our life cycles; every day we lose light and gain darkness. Every day we lose darkness and gain light. Each of them will return every day, day after day. Your life contains cycles. Become aware of them and embrace the ups and the downs. Card Deck: The Enchanted Map Oracle Cards Author: Colette Baron-Reid Artist: Jena Dellagrottaglia Publisher: Hay House
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DADS PARENT DIFFERENTLY… AND THAT’S OKAY! By: Tanya Mouland Hey Dad1, do you know how important your role is in your child’s growth? Their brain development? Their selfc o n f i d e n c e ? T h e i r f u t u r e a c a d e m ic success? 1 ”Dad” is being used to represent the paternal presence, role and energy in the child’s life. This may include, but is not limited to fathers and father figures such as grandfathers, uncles, or other men in the community, like coaches, teachers, neighbours and friends’ husbands. B a b i e s r e q u i r e d e v e l o p i n g t h e ir i n n e r s e n s e o f s a f e t y . B o n d i n g w it h Mom is where this begins. Protecting, nourishing and n u r t u r i n g i s p r i m a r i l y M o m ’ s r o le . She is Baby’s Chief Nurturing Officer. Dad has his own role, that o f C h i e f A d v e n t u r e O f f i c e r ( C A O ). I t is Dad’s job to nurture Baby by p r o v i d i n g e x p e r i e n c e s a n d h e lp in g B a b y f i g u r e o u t t h e e x t e r n a l w o r ld . Mom has typically been known as the one that calms, protects and nourishes and Dad the one that excites and stimulates. Children require both paternal and maternal energies when it comes
to nurturing and bonding. They are d i f f e r e n t a n d g o h a n d i n h a n d w it h a ll a s p e c t s o f d e v e l o p m e n t . T h a t b e in g s a id , t h e s e f o r m s o f b o n d i n g a r e n o t lim it e d t o e a c h p a r e n t , a s i t i s t h e e x p e r ie n c e a n d impact on the child that is important, not the parent it comes from. Dad, your role in the development of the c h i l d ’ s b r a i n - b o d y s y s t e m i s p r o v id in g movement and play at each stage of g r o w t h ( b a b y , t o d d l e r , y o u n g c h ild ). P la y is serious stuff for a child, and you are designed to be the best playmate. You are a n i n t e g r a l p a r t o f l a y i n g t h e f o u n d a t io n for the child’s future successes. BABY Dad, as your baby’s Chief Adventure O f f i c e r ( C A O ) , y o u a r e p r o v i d in g t h e m with a variety of sensorimotor experiences to build neural networks, particularly in the back brain. B r a i n d e v e l o p m e n t a t t h i s s t a g e r e q u ir e s p l a y a n d m o v e m e n t t o s u p p o r t b u ild in g t h e n e u r a l n e t w o r k s f o r t h e v e s t ib u la r s y s t e m ( r e l a t i o n s h i p w i t h g r a v it y ), t a c t ile ( t o u c h r e c e p t o r s ) a n d p r o p r i o c e p t io n ( p h y s i c a l p o s i t i o n i n s p a c e ) . V is io n , h e a r i n g , s m e l l a n d t a s t e a r e a ls o developing.
vestibular system. Not only is there side-to-side rocking, but also up and d o w n m o v e m e n t a n d l i f t i n g B a b y u p in the air. Sometimes there may even be lift off! This play prepares Baby for sitting, standing and walking. Your ability to add excitement to Baby’s play time teaches them how to l a u g h a n d d e e p e n s t h e i r b r e a t h in g . B a b y e x p e r i e n c e s p u r e d e l i g h t in t h e play and movement you provide and d e m o n s t r a t e s i t w i t h s m i l e s , g ig g le s a n d c o o i n g . I b e l i e v e t h i s m a y a ls o h e lp i n p r e p a r i n g f o r s p e e c h p r o d u c t io n . T a l k i n g a n d s i n g i n g t o B a b y g iv e s a n o t h e r e n r i c h i n g s e n s o r y e x p e r ie n c e . By napping together with Baby on your chest, they are bonding with you, learning your breathing pattern, h e a r i n g y o u r h e a r t b e a t a n d t a k in g in your smell. TODDLER Dad, as your toddler’s Chief Adventure O f f i c e r ( C A O ) , y o u a r e p r o v i d in g t h e m with a variety of sensorimotor e x p e r i e n c e s t o c o n n e c t t h e b a c k - b r a in t o t h e l i m b i c s y s t e m , a n d t h e m id brain where emotions get processed and memories are stored.
Basically, Baby is figuring out how to move and be in their body and you are assisting in the following ways:
Brain development at this stage requires play and movement to support b u i l d i n g n e u r a l n e t w o r k s i n t h e lim b ic s y s t e m f o r s o c i a l s k i l l s , e m o t io n a l connections and imagination.
Y o u r t o u c h i n c l u d e s h o l d i n g , m a s s a g in g , b a t h i n g , h u g g i n g , c h a n g i n g , c u d d lin g . Solid touch provides Baby with a sense of being and connectedness. Oh…and touch strengthens the immune system.
Y o u r t o d d l e r ’ s w o r l d i s g e t t i n g a lit t le b i g g e r , a n d y o u r p l a y s t y l e i s c h a n g in g with it!
R o c k i n g s u p p o r t s p r i m i t i v e r e f le x integration and the building of the
T o u c h h a s c h a n g e d w i t h t h e a d d it io n o f gentle wrestling and general r o u g h h o u s i n g . Y o u c o n t i n u e b u ild in g
y o u r t o d d l e r ’ s v e s t i b u l a r s y s t e m w it h b i g g e r m o v e m e n t s s u c h a s s w in g in g , u p r i g h t a n d u p s i d e d o w n , s p i n n in g a n d , o h y e s , t o s s i n g i n t h e a i r a n d c a t c h in g . Y o u r t o u c h i s s t r o n g , s u p p o r t iv e a n d r e a s s u r i n g . T r u s t i n o t h e r s i s b e in g established. When you hear and respond to your t o d d l e r ’ s r e q u e s t s t o e i t h e r c o n t in u e a n a c t i v i t y o r s t o p , y o u a r e h e l p in g y o u r t o d d l e r l e a r n t h e i r o w n b o u n d a r ie s a n d l e t t i n g t h e m k n o w t h a t t h e y a r e b e in g heard. P l a y w i t h y o u r t o d d l e r i n v o l v e s g e t t in g outside and exploring with all the senses. Y o u a r e a v i t a l f i g u r e i n g u i d in g y o u r t o d d l e r t h r o u g h t h i s k e y e m o t io n a l d e v e l o p m e n t s t a g e . V e r b a l l y e x p r e s s in g to your toddler your feelings teaches t h e m t h a t i t i s o k a y t o h a v e d if f e r e n t feelings. Your ability to remain present and calm during their own ‘temper tantrum’ or emotional learning experience teaches them that you are always available to support them. YOUNG CHILD D a d , a s y o u r y o u n g c h i l d ’ s C h ie f Adventure Officer (CAO), you are providing them with a variety of s e n s o r i m o t o r e x p e r i e n c e s t o b u ild neural networks to the neocortex. B r a i n d e v e l o p m e n t a t t h i s s t a g e in c lu d e s p l a y a n d m o v e m e n t t h a t s u p p o r t la y in g t h e f o u n d a t i o n f o r a c a d e m i c r e a d in e s s , e m o t i o n a l w e l l n e s s a n d c o g n it iv e s k ills . Play and movement are important as your child becomes more independent.
Y o u r y o u n g c h i l d ’ s w o r l d n o t o n ly includes you, other guardians such as Mom or grandparents and (maybe) siblings, but it now also includes other p e o p l e . Y o u h a v e p r o v i d e d t h e m w it h t h e f o u n d a t i o n t o g o o u t a n d e x p lo r e t h e world a little on their own, and your play style has grown again to adapt to the newfound independence. O u t d o o r p l a y w i t h y o u i n c l u d e s c lim b in g t r e e s o r m o n k e y b a r s , s l i d i n g , r o llin g down hills, walking on rocks and d i f f e r e n t s u r f a c e s , s p i n n i n g , t h r o w in g a n d c a t c h i n g a b a l l , a n d k i c k i n g a b a ll. All of these activities strengthen gross m o t o r s k i l l s a n d p r o p r i o c e p t io n . F in e motor skills begin to develop and get p r a c t i c e d . Y o u a r e t e a c h i n g r i s k - t a k in g , g o a l s e t t i n g , p l a n n i n g , b o u n d a r ie s a n d movement exploration. The more a child plays and moves, the s t r o n g e r t h e f o u n d a t i o n o n w h ic h t o grow, to flourish, to succeed. A huge THANK YOU to all the dads and fatherf i g u r e s o u t t h e r e f o r t h e i r r o le in s u p p o r t i n g o u r c h i l d r e n ’ s d e v e lo p m e n t ! Happy Father’s Day!
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