In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Laura Linn Knight, author and former elementary school teacher, to discuss how we can help kids manage their emotional states, especially when it comes to handling pressure in school and social settings.
🔍 In This Episode, Discover:
The Power of Storytelling: Laura shares insights from her children's books, The Boasting Hare Learns to Let Go and The Big Bad Wolf Learns to Chill Out, showing how stories can teach kids mindfulness, emotional regulation, and the power of slowing down.
Growth vs. Fixed Mindset: Learn how to help kids shift from perfectionism and anxiety to a growth mindset, where they see challenges as opportunities for learning rather than threats to their self-worth.
Balancing Goals with Self-Worth: Explore the balance between setting goals and measuring success without tying it to a child's self-worth, helping them feel valued for who they are, not just for what they achieve.
Modeling Emotional Health at Home: We discuss how parents can role model emotional resilience and teach kids how to respond to challenges with creativity, flexibility, and self-compassion.
💡 Highlights You Can't Miss:
➡️ Embracing Mistakes: Learn how to turn mistakes into opportunities for growth and resilience.
➡️ Connection over Perfection: Discover the magic that happens when we prioritize connection with our kids, helping reduce power struggles and fostering deeper understanding.
➡️ Using Stories as Tools: Laura's fun and insightful children’s books help kids learn emotional regulation in a relatable, engaging way.
➡️ Practical Family Exercises: Explore the simple activities Laura provides at the end of her books to help parents and kids reinforce the lessons learned through play and connection.
Don’t miss this episode full of actionable tips for creating a more mindful, connected family!
Tune in now to learn more about how to help your child manage their emotions, reduce anxiety, and build resilience through the power of storytelling and connection. 💖
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