> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/knowledge/calm-the-storm.md). # Calm the Storm An overview of Calm the Storm, THC's mindfulness program for children, pre-teens, and young teens dealing with big feelings and worry. **Calm the Storm** is The Holistic Care's mindfulness program for children, pre-teens, and young teens. This section helps parents, learners, and facilitators understand how to use the program, select suitable practices, and support children without pressure. ## Explore this section * [Program Overview](https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/knowledge/calm-the-storm/program-overview) * [How to Use the Program](https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/knowledge/calm-the-storm/how-to-use-the-program) * [Parent & Facilitator Guide](https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/knowledge/calm-the-storm/parent-and-facilitator-guide) * [Frequently Asked Questions](https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/knowledge/calm-the-storm/frequently-asked-questions) ## What Calm the Storm is designed to teach Calm the Storm helps young people build practical skills for noticing and responding to difficult inner experiences. The program focuses on areas such as: * recognising big feelings * understanding the body's stress response * breathing and grounding * noticing thoughts * developing self-kindness * practising short calming routines * building confidence in responding rather than reacting It is an educational wellbeing program, not a substitute for therapy or clinical treatment when those are needed. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://knowledge.theholisticcare.com/knowledge/calm-the-storm.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.