What’s a trigger? A trigger is a reminder of past trauma. It can set off an emotional alarm system, causing feelings of overwhelming sadness, anxiety, or panic. Common Trauma Triggers Our capacity to navigate our triggers and recognize them in children is...
Can you believe it’s back-to-school time already? While many children thrive with the structure the school year brings, the transition back can still be challenging. How to Support Kids Going Back to School Below are four tips on how to support kids going into...
What’s regulation? It’s the ability to safely and effectively manage our emotions, energy levels, and behaviors. And it’s an essential part of successfully navigating relationships with others. Our ability to regulate emotions stems from our ability...
Want to know an easy trick to reduce power struggles, build trust and teach kids healthy decision-making skills? It starts with saying yes! Check out the graphic below to learn how you can empower children and successfully set limits with a simple change in language....
Are you familiar with labeling theory? Sociology buffs probably are. It proposes that people come to both identify and behave in ways reflecting the labels we place on them— Essentially, how we label people impacts their behavior. The theory helps explain...
