How can you help your child process emotions if you can’t process your own? 🤔 Here are 3 things you can do to observe and manage your own internal state: 1️⃣ Tip 1: Breathe. There’s science to this. Breathing or even humming can stimulate the vagus nerve which can help us to calm our bodies. 1-2 lines explaining what they should do 2️⃣ Tip 2: Gather some coping strategies in advance 1-2 lines explaining what they should do While in the moment, it’s hard to think what might help you to cope with frustration and anger. While in a calm state, think about what can help– a walk, a shower, listening to certain music, exercise, talking to a friend? Then when frustration hits, put those into place. 3️⃣ Tip 3: Tell yourself, “this is not an emergency.” 1-2 lines explaining what they should do Mantras and go-to lines can be helpful to remind yourself that you are not being attacked by a bear or chased by a lion– decide what you want to tell yourself in advance and put it on a sticky note in front of you so you remember. Want more in-depth insights, examples, and exercises to help you build a solid relationship with your kids? 📕Pick up your copy of “How to Talk to Kids About Anything” today!
from Dr. Robyn Silverman
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH9uMWVZIJo
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