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The squeeze and release

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Alexis Ralphs
Feb 03, 2025
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The squeeze and release

A quick stress-relief tool for calm and focus

Does your child sometimes feel restless or tense? The squeeze and release is a simple technique that helps release built-up energy and tension, promoting calmness and focus in just a minute.

Materials needed

  • None (optional: a small stress ball or soft toy)

Instructions

  1. Introduce the activity. Calmly say, "Let's t…

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