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    HOW CAN I GET MY TEENAGER TO MEDITATE?

    Nov 17, 2020 4 minutes

    AS AN ADOLESCENT MEDICINE pediatrician, one of the most rewarding parts of my job is the privilege of sharing the joy of mindfulness with adolescents. Adolescence is a wonderful time of life, filled with new growth and experiences, and the opportunity to develop lifelong habits of stress management and healthy coping. At the same time, growing up right now is profoundly challenging. As parents and caregivers who care about adolescents and about our society’s future, how can we support their growth into mindful, caring adults?

    Take My Advice—I’m Not Using It

    One frequent question I get asked is, “How can I get my teenager to start meditating?” My reply is,

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