A simple bottle of bubbles is amazing at helping with emotional regulation in a session.
When children are feeling overwhelmed or anxious advising them to simply calm or take a calming deep breath is often not enough. However, using a simple bottle of bubbles and breath work is a fantastic tool and strategy for both in the session and to take away and use at home.
When a child blows a bubble, they have to naturally slow their breathing. This deep and controlled breathing signals to their nervous system that they are safe, shifting then from a state of fight or flight, and bringing on a state of calm. The deep breathing and slow exhalation result in a lowering of their heart rate and activation of their parasympathetic nervous system.
Watching the bubble float away continues to support with calming or could even resemble certain worries disappearing out of sight. Bubbles are a fantastic tool and a must for any session bag 😊