Introducing The Dial — a fun mindfulness trick adults and kids can use - anytime, anywhere.
- Michele Fishman, MA
- Jun 27
- 2 min read
Let’s face it: stress sneaks up on us at the worst times. Whether you’re racing to meet a deadline, juggling a million tasks, or watching your child melt down before school, anxiety can feel overwhelming. But what if you had a tool right in your mind that could help turn the volume down on all that noise?
🎉 Introducing The Dial — a fun, imaginative mindfulness trick anyone can use, anytime, anywhere.
Here’s how it works:
Take a deep breath in.
Let it out slowly — slower than you inhaled.
Now picture a dial or knob — yes, like an old-school radio knob — numbered from 1 to 10.
Ask yourself: “Where am I right now?” If you’re feeling a 9 or 10, you’re probably buzzing with stress.
Now imagine slowly turning that dial down... click by click... with each breath you release. With every click, your body calms, your thoughts slow, your tension eases.
Why does this work? Visualization + breathwork = calming whammy for your nervous system. It’s gentle. It’s playful. It’s portable. And it works great for adults and kids!
🌟 Bonus Tip: Practice this even when you’re not anxious — like walking down the stairs or riding in the car — so your brain learns to access it faster when you really need it.
No, it’s not magic. And no, it won’t fix everything. But it is a powerful tool to keep in your mindfulness toolbox.
So go ahead — take a breath, turn the dial, and feel the shift. You’ve got this.
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