The Big Message: Okapis teach us that the most balanced people aren't the ones who never get overwhelmed - they're the ones who know how to find their way back to feeling calm and centered. This shirt is for kids who want to learn how to stay grounded and return to their peaceful inner self when life gets crazy.
What makes the Okapi so special? Okapis are like nature's hidden treasure! They're part giraffe, part zebra, and totally mysterious. For years, people didn't even believe okapis were real because they're so good at staying calm and centered in their deep forest homes. Okapis don't rush around or get frantic - they move through the rainforest with quiet confidence, always knowing exactly where they belong. Even when things get noisy or chaotic around them, okapis stay peaceful and grounded. They teach us that no matter how crazy things get, we can always find our way back to feeling calm and balanced.
What does wearing this shirt mean? When you wear this shirt, you're saying:
- I can find my calm even when everything feels chaotic
- I know how to get back to feeling balanced and peaceful
- I don't let other people's stress become my stress
- I have a quiet, strong place inside me that never goes away
- I can return to what's really important when I feel scattered
When should kids wear this shirt? Perfect for when you're:
- Feeling overwhelmed by school, activities, or family stuff
- Needing to calm down after a stressful day
- Practicing mindfulness, meditation, or quiet time
- Dealing with lots of changes and need to feel grounded
- Reminding yourself to focus on what really matters
- Taking breaks from screens, noise, or busy activities
Cool Okapi Facts Kids Love:
- Okapis were so mysterious that people called them "African unicorns"!
- They have super long tongues - up to 18 inches - that can reach their own ears
- Baby okapis don't make any sounds for their first few weeks to stay safe
- Okapis can rotate their ears in different directions to hear everything around them
- They're the only living relatives of giraffes but look totally different
- Okapis have been living peacefully in African forests for millions of years
Where do Okapis live and how are they doing? Okapis live only in the dense rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Central Africa. They love quiet, peaceful forest areas where they can stay hidden and calm. There are only about 15,000-20,000 okapis left in the wild because their forest homes are being cut down and there's conflict in their region. These gentle, centered animals need our help to protect their peaceful forest sanctuaries for future generations to discover!
What does "Return to Center" mean? Just like okapis always know how to find their peaceful place in the deep forest, you can learn to find your calm center too! Even when everything around you feels crazy, loud, or stressful, you have a quiet, strong place inside you that never goes away. "Returning to Center" means taking a deep breath, remembering what's really important, and getting back to feeling balanced and peaceful. "Returning to Center" means: No matter what's happening around me, I can always find my way back to feeling calm and strong!
Perfect Gift For:
- Kids learning about mindfulness and inner peace
- Children who get easily overwhelmed or anxious
- Students who need help finding balance in busy lives
- Kids who love unique and mysterious animals
- Any child ready to discover their own inner calm
10 Perfect Colors for Young Centered Souls (Color Energy):
GROUNDING EARTH:
- Forest Green - Promotes deep grounding and natural balance
- Maroon - Builds steady strength and quiet confidence
- Irish Green - Encourages growth-focused centering and fresh balance
CALMING BALANCE:
- Royal - Inspires centered leadership and calm confidence
- Purple - Enhances intuitive balance and creative centering
- Daisy - Supports joyful centering and sunny inner peace
PEACEFUL STRENGTH:
- Black - Creates deep inner strength and unshakeable center
- Lime - Energizes balanced growth and vibrant calm
GENTLE CENTER:
- Light Pink - Nurtures gentle self-compassion and kind centering
- Tennessee Orange - Promotes warm confidence and balanced energy
Each color carefully chosen to support the feelings and energy needed to "Return to Center" with strength and peace - perfect for both boys and girls who want to develop unshakeable inner balance.
Why Eco-Conscious Matters:
- Made just for you — no waste!
- 100% soft cotton grown in America
- Made in facilities that treat workers fairly
- Earth-friendly inks that won't hurt the planet
- Built to last through all your adventures and growth spurts
Size & Care: Sizes: Youth XS to Youth XL (fits true to size) Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low, wash inside out to keep the okapi looking peaceful!
At $24, this isn't just a t-shirt — it's a daily reminder that your child has the centered wisdom of an okapi and the power to find peace no matter what's happening around them.
| |
XS |
S |
M |
L |
XL |
| Width, in |
16.14 |
16.93 |
18.11 |
18.90 |
20.08 |
| Length, in |
20.47 |
22.05 |
23.62 |
25.20 |
26.38 |
| Sleeve length (from center back), in |
13.39 |
14.17 |
15.35 |
16.14 |
17.32 |
| Size tolerance, in |
1.00 |
1.00 |
1.00 |
1.00 |
1.00 |
