Mindful, Happy Adults Elisabeth

In this engaging conversation between Dr. Elisabeth Paige and Chris Baron, Chris talks about his middle grade novels addressing sensitive topics such as body image, anxiety and other mental health concerns, eczema, and selective mutism. He writes in verse, narrative and multi-media. Any college student would love him as a professor.
You can find Dr. Paige on her website, "www.mindfulhappykids.com".

In this Simple Petting Petitation, created and recorded by Dr. Elisabeth Paige, you will stroke your pet to a count of ten and then repeat for 3 minutes. If you lose count, don't worry about it, just start over. 
Even short meditations can help with health, mood and relationships.
Music was composed and recorded by Steve Gruskin.

In this conversation between Dr. Paige and Lisa Fipps, Lisa talks about what it was like to be a "fat" child and all of the bullying that kids and adults go through when  they are different. 
Her book is beautifully written in verse, interesting for a children's book. Lisa talks about her process and why she chose this technique.
Find Dr. Paige at her website www.mindfulhappykids.com.

 It's finally here....My new website: https://mindfulhappykids.com/. 
You will find: links to the podcasts and the YouTube channel; links to the PDFs of my children's books; Petitations (upcoming); book reviews of children's books featuring mindfulness, gratitude, compassion, yoga, and a diversity of cultures; and the pets of the month. If you would like to feature your pet, just send me an email with a picture.


The first video/podcast for the new website is an interview with Kristin Hartness, executive director of Canines for Disabled Kids. They provide scholarships for kids who need service dogs and provide education about service dogs and emotional support animals for kids with disabilities. It's a tremendously interesting and engaging interview. Kristin talks about the differences between service dogs and emotional support animals, the different types of service dogs specifically for kids, how the dogs and the kids are taught, and how the dogs are integrated into the classroom. I learned a whole lot. 

In this conversation between UC Davis freshman and Dr. Elisabeth Paige, Robi is inspiring as he talks about his journey as a classical pianist and violinist along with his interest in international politics. He even plays a piece in the interview. 

November is here and along with it is a time for thinking about all we are grateful for, especially in this time of turmoil. The Gratitude Petitation helps to facilitate gratitude. Recorded by Dr. Elisabeth Paige and with music composed and recorded by Steve Gruskin. Enjoy!