Rhythm is defined as strong, regular, repeated patterns of movement or sound. A regular recurring sequence of events or processes.
Last year in October, a friend reached out to ask if I’d like to join a running group with her. I agreed. After an 8 week programme, I was able to run 5km’s at a decent pace and by February this year, i completed a 10km race. The point I want to make is that for 8 weeks I committed to waking up at 5am everyday to train for 5km’s. What I didn’t realise was that my brain was creating a rhythm which would essentially lead to a better state of overall wellbeing.
Basically, rhythm is pattern recognition. It creates structure and order for the brain and facilitates safety and regulation.
Intentional application of pattern recognition builds 🔹Intelligence
🔹Confidence
🔹Resilience
🔹Leads to an improved state of mental wellbeing
Rhythm isn’t limited to physical exercise, it can be achieved through music, dance, art, nature or any type of hobby/activity that your children enjoy.
As a parent, how do you encourage rhythm in your family and with your kids?