How to Teach Kids Yoga Philosophy :: Ahimsa :: Family Yoga Together

♥ WEBSITE: http://www.familyyogatogether.com ♥ INSTAGRAM:   / familyyogatogether   We’re talking about yoga philosophy and how to introduce the teachings to childre, starting with the first yama, ahimsa, or non-harming. We can be non-harming by showing kindness and compassion to others and ourselves. I’m using a book called Garuda, the Eagle Who Soared with Ahimsa by Ally Ford to talk about this with Harlem. The book is about an eagle who befriends other animals by being kind and loving. We’ve read the book so many times that now when we say “Harlem are you being kind,” he’ll respond “like Garuda!” My hope is that it’s all sinking in somewhere. First and foremost, I hope I’m modeling kindness to him. Having a pet or sibling around is also a good opportunity to talk about kindness, we’re often reminding Harlem to be kind to our dog Nama. As he grows older, I’ll also speak to him about compassion, non-harming thoughts and actions, and self-love. Ahimsa is a life-long practice with many nuances. And a foundation for the rest of the yamas and niyamas.