Episode 346
Many children with big emotions also struggle with anxious thoughts. When our child feels scared, nervous, or overwhelmed, our first instinct is usually to reassure them that everything will be okay. But what if we are actually making it HARDER for them to feel better in the moment and build resilience for the future?
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why, in our defense, we’re wired to reassure our children when they feel anxious
- What happens in our kids’ brains when we reassure them (and why they often feel more anxious after we try to help)
- Three things our children with big emotions actually need to regulate their nervous system
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MENTIONED IN OR RELATED TO THIS EPISODE:
Join the “Daily Lift” for daily encouragement for $1
Resource: Understanding Yuck and the Yuck Curve
The Leadership Parenting Academy and Success Lab
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 277: How to Support a Child When They’re Worried
Your Parenting Long Game Episode 225: Why Kids with Big Emotions Have a Hard Time Being Flexible
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 329: Change One Word To Make a Big Difference to a Child With Big Emotions (or Anyone!)
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