How to Use Play to Calm Big Emotions and Build Resilience with Georgie Wisen-Vincent #shorts

Is play the "missing piece" in your parenting toolkit? When our kids have big meltdowns or struggle with anxiety, our first instinct is often to correct the behavior. But what if the fastest path to calm was actually through play? I sat down with Georgie Wisen-Vincent @georgiewisenvincent , co-author of The Way of Play with Tina Payne Bryson @tinapaynebryson , to explore how simple, everyday moments of play act as a "reset button" for a child’s nervous system. In this episode, we explore: Presence over Performance: Why 5 minutes of focused connection beats an hour of distracted play. Curiosity over Correction: How shifting our language can stop a spiral before it starts. Rehearsing Bravery: How children use toys to process scary experiences and build emotional strength. The Power of Relationship: Why regulation happens in relationship, not in isolation. Whether you have a toddler or a teenager, playful connection is the foundation of a secure attachment. 🎧 Catch the full conversation with Georgie Wisen-Vincent at the link in my bio! #howtotalktokids #parentingpodcast #mindfulparenting #thewayofplay #résilience

from Dr. Robyn Silverman
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What NOT to Say and What to Say when your Child is Frustrated #shorts

When kids say, “This is stupid!” They’re not asking for a lecture. They’re asking for support. 💛 It’s easy to jump to: “Just focus.” “It’s not that hard.” “You need to try harder.” But frustration isn’t fixed with pressure. It’s softened with connection. Try this instead: ✔️ Validate the feeling ✔️ Offer a reset ✔️ Break it down step-by-step ✔️ Praise effort over perfection When kids feel understood, their brains calm down — and that’s when learning can actually happen. We’re not lowering expectations. We’re raising resilience. Want more scripts and real-life examples? Grab your copy of How to Talk to Kids About Anything and start turning tough moments into growth moments. ✨ #DrRobynSilverman #ParentingScripts #GrowthMindset #parentingtips #HowToTalkToKids #RaisingResilientKids

from Dr. Robyn Silverman
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How to Talk to kids about Hate, Bias, and Belonging #shorts

If you’re wondering how to talk to kids about hate, bias, and belonging, this moment matters. This clip features 12-year-old Max, whose mom, @MteeTet on Facebook, bravely shared his experience after he was targeted with hate while playing soccer. She wrote: “All I’m asking is that we be nice to one another and treat each other with kindness. I am angry, hurt, and honestly speechless.” Max’s story isn’t just about one moment on a field — it’s a window into what many children are experiencing and carrying with them every day. Kids are hearing messages about race, difference, and power, whether we talk about them or not. Here’s how parents and caregivers can start the conversation: ✔️ Watch the clip together ✔️ Ask what your child thinks Max is feeling ✔️ Explain that hate is taught — and so is kindness ✔️ Talk about being an upstander, not a bystander ✔️ Connect it to your family’s values around inclusion, empathy, and respect Talking to kids about racism and bias doesn’t create fear. It builds emotional intelligence, compassion, and courage. Hate is learned. But so is empathy. So is standing up for others. Thank you to Max and his mom for sharing their story and reminding us why these conversations matter. 🤍 Screenshot the tips, share this post, and follow for more guidance on how to talk to kids about tough topics, race, and belonging. #DrRobynSilverman #LeadToLaunch #HowToTalkToKids #TalkingToKidsAboutRacism #AntiBiasParenting #RaisingEmpatheticKids #TeachingKindness #DiversityAndInclusion #ParentingIn2026

from Dr. Robyn Silverman
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How to Talk to Kids about the Violence in Minesota #shorts

When violence makes the news, our first instinct is often to protect kids by staying silent. But our kids are already hearing about what’s happening, from social media, classmates, and whispers at school. If you’re wondering how to talk to kids about violence in Minnesota (or anywhere), the goal isn’t to have all the answers. It’s to create space for conversation, feelings, and clarity. Start by asking: * What have you heard? * How do you feel about it? * What are your friends saying? * Can I share with you my perspective? These simple questions help you understand what your child knows, correct misinformation, and support emotions like fear, anger, sadness, or confusion. From there, you can share your perspective using age-appropriate, honest, and reliable information. Tough topics don’t require perfect words, they require presence, listening, and connection. Our kids don’t need us to shield them from reality. They need us to help them make sense of it. 💛 For more guidance on how to talk to kids about violence, tragedy, and hard news, follow along and explore How to Talk to Kids About Anything. #minesota #HowToTalkToKids #TalkingToKidsAboutViolence #Parenting #HelpingKids #newsupdates #ParentingSupport

from Dr. Robyn Silverman
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How to talk to kids about friendship drama #shorts

Friendship struggles can feel like the end of the world to a child or teen. Being left out, misunderstood, or replaced hits right at the heart of belonging. Our job is not to rush in and solve it right away. It is to listen, name feelings, and guide them toward healthy ways of handling conflict and change. When kids feel safe talking about friendship pain at home, they build the emotional and social skills they will use for life. The goal is not to manage every friendship for them. The goal is to help them grow through it. What is something your child has shared with you about friendships lately? #ParentingTips #FriendshipSkills #RaisingResilientKids #TalkingToKids #EmotionalIntelligence #ParentChildConnection #HowToTalkToKids

from Dr. Robyn Silverman
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How to Talk about Parenting a Neurodivergent Child with Nefertiti Austin #shorts

ADHD isn’t a one-size-fits-all label. So often, when we think of ADHD symptoms in children, we picture the "bouncing off the walls" stereotype. But as memoirist and advocate Nefertiti Austin (@nefertitiaustin) explains in our latest clip, neurodiversity is much more nuanced than that. To support our children effectively, we have to understand the three distinct types of ADHD: - Inattentive Type: The quiet, calm child who may be struggling in silence. - Hyperactive Type: The high-energy child who fits the traditional stereotype. Combined Type: A mix of both—which can be especially confusing for parents and educators to navigate. Understanding these ADHD types is the first step in better school advocacy and creating parenting strategies that actually work for your child's unique brain. When we move past the labels and look at the child, we move from frustration to connection. 🎧 Listen to the full episode with Nefertiti Austin, "Parenting a Neurodivergent Child," at the link in my bio! #ADHD #Neurodivergent #Parenting #Parenting Podcast

from Dr. Robyn Silverman
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/QRpMgOEselo

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Teens are exposed to conversations about vaping, drinking, drugs, and other risky behaviors whether we bring it up or not. Friends, social media, and pop culture are already shaping what they think is normal. The question is not if they will hear about these things. The question is whether you will be part of the conversation. When parents react with shock, lectures, or instant punishment, teens often shut down or hide. But when we stay calm, curious, and open, we become a safe place to process pressure, curiosity, and mistakes. Talking about vices does not plant the idea. It plants protection. It gives them language, confidence, and a plan for when they are put on the spot. Connection is the best prevention. What is one topic you have been nervous to bring up, but know you should? #ParentingTeens #TalkingToTeens #TeenSafety #OpenCommunication #ParentingSupport #RaisingTeens

from Dr. Robyn Silverman
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/oYEoHSzXd2Y