“The Swing”
Day 103 of 366 Day Project
“Magic is everywhere, explore & be amazed everyday!”
Sometimes I just want to be a kid again, I don’t want to be jaded, the future isn’t a thought. And Swinging can be the best thing.
Oh yea and Climbing trees.
It’s rare to find a child who doesn’t like to swing. Most people may think it’s just because it’s fun. But there are also some neurological benefits to swinging that most people are unaware of.
I bet you didn’t know that swinging helps children sleep?
It’s true. Studies have shown that children who swing regularly sleep well (or better anyway), because the spinning motion helps balance neurological activity in the brain.
You know those wound up thoughts you have when you’re lying in bed with insomnia, staring at the clock? Well, kids have that stuff too. But they don’t have the logical perceptions to help them lie still. When wiring has gone haywire, neurological focus affects your sleeping patterns. The back and forth motion and spinning motions helps settle immature brains into a restful peace.
So, if you’ve got an overactive/hyperactive/hard to settle child, try adding a daily swing activity into your routine and watch them settle down.
Arya loves a swing too – my fourth precious granddaughter
Best of all, this fun activity can be practiced right on your backyard swing set. Even adults can try this! After a stressful day at work, try swinging along side your child or grandchild as in my case. It may be just what the doctor ordered!
I find it therapeutic and calming when I visit the park with my granddaughters.
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