Posts Tagged ‘Emotional Regulation’
12 Signs of Child Anxiety – and What to Do About Them
Is your child’s “disrespectful” behavior actually anxiety in disguise? Children rarely tell us they’re worried. Instead, anxiety shows up as clinginess, irritability, and seeming behavioral problems that need understanding, not punishment.
Read Full PostWhy The Whole-Brain Child is only half of the story
The Whole-Brain Child teaches us to “name it to tame it”. But what if emotions don’t actually need taming? What if there’s wisdom in our children’s big emotions that we’re missing when we rush to apply logic?
Read Full PostThe 4 best resilience-building strategies for children and adults
Some people seem to bounce back from hard times effortlessly, while others struggle for years. What makes the difference? Research reveals four key factors that build resilience and they work for both children and adults.
Read Full PostHow to break the cycle of trauma
Many of us carry invisible scars from childhood that show up in our parenting. The good news? Understanding trauma’s grip on our reactions and relationships is the first step toward breaking cycles and healing our families.
Read Full PostWhen a crying child is a sign of good parenting
When my daughter melted down over a broken toy in the preschool parking lot, other parents might have thought I was failing. But sometimes a crying child means you’re doing something exactly right.
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