FAMILY LIFE STAYING HEALTHY & HAPPY AT HOME It’s been more than a year that we’ve all been feeling isolated and “stuck” at home and even though the vaccine rollout has been slower than expected, it gives us hope for better days coming soon. During these trying times, it’s important to stay focused on the positive things every day and keep our bodies and minds healthy and happy. Tools to build resilience are the most important skills we can teach our children and lead by example how to overcome hardship. Here are 3 tools to help teach resilience and keep your family healthy and happy at home: 1. Get Outside Everyday! No matter the weather and the daily chores that get in the way, try to spend at least half an hour outside every single day. The fresh air, physical activity, and sunshine that we experience just going for a walk around the block can give us the mental and physical boost we need to carry on for another day. 2. Read, Write and Play Together! Building emotional connections with our children comes from spending quality time together. Make time every day to get down to their level and play with them, read with them, and write or draw with them. These special moments will be the times they remember most. 3. Practice Gratitude! Begin and end every day with statements of gratitude. Highlighting the
KELLY FARRELL
Director at Oak Learners; a private alternative school in Mimico located at 394 Royal York Rd. / 416-820-5233 www.oaklearners.ca
positive moments in our days and in our lives reminds us that there is always a silver lining to every dark cloud. Each family member can share a special moment of the day or something they are proud of. Not only does this give us points of conversation, but helps children build confidence and focus on the positive. To learn more about how Oak Learners is supporting families through in-person and online learning opportunities, please visit www. oaklearners.ca
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