Episode 306

We talk a lot about big reactions when our kids have big feelings, but what about quiet, sensitive children who struggle when other people around them are upset? Often these children will do anything they can in order to make others feel better. To keep the peace, they will also disregard their own needs – even when we encourage them to stand up for themselves!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why many parenting strategies don’t work with our sensitive children (and may even make things worse)
• How to help our kids deal with discomfort — without hurting their self-esteem
• The impact of raising confident, resilient kids who know how to advocate for themselves in difficult situations

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Your Parenting Long Game Episode 212: When Big Emotions Aren’t Loud (And Look Like Worrying, Sensitivity to Criticism, Low Confidence)
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 215: Stop Trying to Get Your Children to Change Their Behavior or Moods
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 220: When Siblings Are Impacted by a Big Emotion Child
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 229: “Seeing” Instead of “Fixing” Your Child: Improve Their Behavior and Your Connection With Less Energy
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 262: Understanding “Sensitive” Reactions