
Episode #46
When You Don't Get Picked
Feeling left out can really hurt — especially when you don't get picked to play, join a group, or take part in something you were hoping for. This gentle meditation helps children pause, breathe, and move through the feeling of not being chosen. Using simple mindfulness techniques — breathing, visualization, and quiet affirmations — kids are guided to understand their feelings, find calm, and remember that they still matter. This episode supports children with: — Feeling left out or not picked — Social challenges at school or at play — Disappointment and hurt feelings — Building confidence and emotional resilience Designed for ages 5–10, this meditation is perfect for home, the classroom, or anytime a child needs a moment to reset. ✨ Part of the Mini Meditations for Kids series — short, calming meditations for children, one breath at a time. Created in collaboration with Tara Segree, educator and mindfulness practitioner with 17+ years of experience supporting children's emotional wellbeing. 🌿 More mindfulness tools: papergirls.com/meditations ' Mini Meditations for Kids' , named one of Common Sense Media’s Best Kids Podcasts of the Year, helps children ages 5–10 calm their bodies, focus their minds, and build confidence through short, 5-minute guided meditations. Produced by 'The Paper Girls Show'—4-star rated by Common Sense Media and multi-award-winning—this trusted mindfulness series offers calming practices for bedtime routines, emotional regulation, classroom mindfulness, and everyday transitions. For relaxation and educational purposes only. Not medical or therapeutic advice. Please consult a qualified professional for health concerns. Explore free videos, printable guides, and teaching tools: www.minimeditationsforkids.com | www.papergirls.com/meditations Follow us: YouTube • Pinterest • Instagram • Facebook → @papergirlstv #MiniMeditations #BestKidsPodcast #MindfulnessForKids #KidsPodcast #KidsSleepHelp #CalmKids #PositiveParenting #GentleParenting #ParentingTips #MindfulnessPractice #SchoolWellness #SocialEmotionalLearning #PaperGirlsShow #BedtimeRoutine #KidsMentalHealth #MindfulnessTools #AwardWinningPodcast #KidsCopingSkills #MindfulKids






