This activity is for two people, so ask someone else in your home to be your partner.
It promotes calm and the positive touch provides comfort.
Some people like to do this at bedtime as well as a game during the day.
Before you start, decide what you will both be drawing.
You could be writing letters or numbers;
(this is good for young children learning their letter sounds and numbers) or you could draw pictures, or write words.
Whichever you do, pick a theme: it could be shapes, food, nature, animals, pets, countries, times tables, sports
- the list is endless!
Now, sit comfortably, cross legged, with your back to your partner.
Close your eyes and relax into your position and think about where you are sitting.
As your partner draws or writes on your back, focus completely on that, and nothing else going on around you.
When your partner has finished drawing, swap over.
