In this exercise, children can learn to relax while experiencing the sense of satisfaction gained from helping others. This can be done with an adult and child pair, as well.
01. Begin by having your partner lie comfortably facedown on the floor. Sit down near your partner. You are the “chef” and your partner is the pizza. Before you begin, pretend to wash your hands by briskly rubbing them together until they are warm.
02. Begin by “kneading the dough,” massaging your partner’s back and shoulder muscles. Try to use the full hand, without pinching with the fingers.
03. Now pat the dough down with your palms. Cup your hands slightly, patting but not slapping.
04. Sweep your palms on the back to spread the pizza sauce.
05. Then chop the vegetables with the sides of your hands. You can make a fist with your thumbs tucked in or keep your fingers straight.
06. Sprinkle on cheese, tapping your partner with your fingertips.