Welcome to Mindful Owl Adventures
3rd Edition
Conversation Starters
More Mindful and Meaningful Conversations
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Throughout Mindful Owl Adventures the kids and animals are busy learning lessons that teach them valuable skills. Through using scenes, characters and lessons from the story, the following questions help to make having mindful conversations easy. These meaningful conversation starters are here to help you and your child navigate tough topics with ease. Remember—name it to tame it! Simply naming an emotion can bring comfort and understanding.
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Questions to Start Mindful Discussions:
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How do the kids and animals calm themselves? How do you calm yourself?
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Where in the book do the animals or the kids use their eyes and ears to keep them aware and safe? How can you use your eyes and ears to stay aware and safe?
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Who do the kids and animals go to when they need help? Who do you go to when you need help?
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What does Speedy Bunny do when she feels fear? What does Shy Turtle do when he feels fear? What do you do when you feel fear?
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Who could have used mindful speaking instead of his actions in order to play with the animals? How can mindful speaking help you?
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How does Rascal Racoon feel about his “mask”? Does the way he looks determine how he acts?
Can looks be misunderstood?
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What can happen when Prickly Porcupine gets excited? What happens when you get excited?
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How do the kids and animals ultimately get along? How do you get along with others?
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How does it make you feel when you tap into love? Who can you send love to?
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How does it make you feel when you do the visualization and affirmation? Can you come up with your own affirmation?
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