Category Archives: health

Mindfulness: Just Breathe (Video)

Posted on 2018/05/07 by circuskitchen

May 2018 I just love this Just Breathe video about Mindfulness. Just Breathe” by Julie Bayer Salzman & Josh Salzman (Wavecrest Films) [3:41]:   That’s three minutes and 41 seconds very well spent. #MindfulnessIsASuperPower  #WithMindfulnessAllThingsArePossible #MindfulnessIsTheAnswer ♥

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Hospital Clowning: May the Fourth Be With You

Posted on 2018/05/04 by circuskitchen

Friday, May 4th 2018   Another great day with Dr. Gonzo, my Jedi Master for the day.   Even though; 1)   NOT A GIRL! First elevator ride and we’ve captured the interest of a sweet small child and mother.  They are … Continue reading →

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Why Mindfulness Is a Superpower

Posted on 2018/05/02 by circuskitchen

  Why Mindfulness Is a Superpower: An Animation  [2:43]:   Narrated by Dan Harris. ♠

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Mindfulness in a School Show

Posted on 2018/05/02 by circuskitchen

Wednesday, May 2nd 2018 I lead my audience of 6-12 year olds through an impromptu Mindfulness Exercise today.  After having praised some of them on their self-regulation, one of them raised a hand and asked, “What’s self-regulation?”  Such a great … Continue reading →

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Happy 10th Birthday Gavin from the Cambridge City Council

Posted on 2018/05/01 by circuskitchen

April 30th / May 9th 2019 That time the Cambridge City Council **officially** wished Gavin a Happy 10th Birthday! Thank you Quinton Zondervan, Dan your Right Hand Man, and our Cambridge City Council!

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Hospital Clowning: My First May First

Posted on 2018/05/01 by circuskitchen

Tuesday, May 1st 2018 – All Clowns’ Birthdays   May First is considered the Official Birthday of All Clowns.  It is also a term used by circus folk to expose the inexperience and mistakes of the newest clowns to join … Continue reading →

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Do We Have Any Pizza Left Mom?

Posted on 2018/04/30 by circuskitchen

Monday, April 30th 2018 AT RISE:  Mom & kids are walking to the bus stop before school the day before Boy turns ten. Boy:  Hey Mom? Mom:  Yeah babe? Boy:  Do we have any pizza left? Mom:  Well yeah (there are … Continue reading →

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Extra Long

Posted on 2018/04/28 by circuskitchen

Saturday, April 28th 2018 AT RISE:   The Oberhauser four are driving back from the birthday party. ClaraJane:  Oh Dada, you have to stop extra long because there’s two stop signs! SCENE. ♥♥

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I Love You Gavin

Posted on 2018/04/27 by circuskitchen

Friday, April 27th 2018   AT RISE: Mom and 6 y/o ClaraJane and <10 y/o Gavin are in the kitchen making birthday cupcakes and cake.  It is momentarily quiet. Girl:  I love you Gavin.  I’m happy for you.  I’m excited … Continue reading →

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Keep the Lesson, Lose the Guilt

Posted on 2018/04/27 by circuskitchen

Friday, April 27th 2018 Dear Gavin: Regarding your breaking school policy today by playing a (violent) video game during free time: Now that we have talked it under and over, here are some observations: This was a poorly timed, useful … Continue reading →

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