It Starts With A Breath...a book about mindful breathing

  “This book is a wonderful resource to remind us all that this present moment is the most powerful moment of all.”  Mindfulness Coach/Speaker and Author of Making Sense of Mindfulness

https://www.keithmacpherson.ca/ 

 “Karla’s book is a sweet introduction to breathing mindfully. With rising levels of anxiety and stress at all age levels, it is increasingly apparent that we need to intervene early and teach our children how to calm themselves. Through simple poetry and photos of children from her Nursery/kindergarten class, Karla teaches young children to pay attention to their breath when they feel upset as a means of returning to a state of peace and calm.” Counselling Therapist, Speaker and Author

 "It Starts With A Breath shares an important message about mindful breathing that all children need to hear and the rhyme reminds me of Dr Seuss." 

President of The International Center for Reiki Training 

https://www.reiki.org/ 

  "The 26-page hardcover contains a poem written by Dueck Thiessen that takes the reader through scenarios where mindfulness and deliberate breathing can alleviate stress and anxiety. Each page of the book has a photo illustration with students displaying the emotions they experience, the breathing techniques they use, and their strategies for self-regulation."

Reporter  - Danielle Da Silva  

 "I wish this book existed when I was growing up! Breathing exercises are one of the most powerful tools in yoga practice but can often feel complicated. Karla has taken powerful, classical yoga breathing exercises and made them accessible for children of all ages. Equipping our younger generation with these tools makes me feel confident the future is in good hands."

Living Yoga Coach and Teacher Trainer

 "Winnipeg Bestselling Author! Karla Dueck Thiessen (Ms Karla) is a Nursery/Kindergarten teacher in Winnipeg, MB with over 25 years' experience in early years education. She is passionate about working with children as they naturally embrace the present moment. Karla and her students practice mindfulness strategies daily. She is also a Reiki Master."

McNally Robinson Booksellers

 "What an amazing book! I know it was written for children but I think it is great for adults too. Well written and heartwarming; you can feel the love that went in the creation of this wonderful book on mindfulness."

Massage Therapist/Reiki Master

This is truly a gem. So simple, so deep. I can even see how discussing a page a day with students/kids could be really meaningful.
The author’s energy is ever present throughout the book, visible in her students. I love this book and will use it for classes with children! 

Teacher

  "Life is so busy and this book is a timely reminder for adults and a great lesson for kids to slow down and breathe. It puts into words what is happening to your body during emotional times. By providing some simple exercises, it gives kids permission to own their feelings and skills to reduce stress and anxiety." 

Brock Corydon School Parent

 Here about Karla's journey to becoming a Reiki master and the healing energy of mindful breathing on Sheryl McFadzean's podcast. Her bi-weekly series that explores holistic modalities , the practitioners that use them and, the people whom benefited. A series that takes the listener within Canada and across the globe. 

Listen to Karla share about her discovery of the power of mindfulness and the transformation it has had in her classroom on Keith Macpherson's Podcast Let's Connect.  Join motivational speaker and author, Keith Macpherson every week as he initiates conversation with some of the world's most inspiring up and coming thought leaders, artists and motivators. 

Karla is pleased to be partnering with Ameba Smart Kids TV to create a multimedia read-along fifth edition of It Starts With A Breath...a book about mindful breathing.