Episode 26·Newborn·4:12
The Day I Stopped Fighting My Child's Emotions and Just Sat With Them
How sitting with big emotions strengthens your bond.
The Day I Stopped Fighting My Child's Emotions and Just Sat With Them
How sitting with big emotions strengthens your bond.
Hear the full episode in the app →Discover the transformative power of simply sitting with your child's emotions without the urge to fix or suppress them. Join Sophie as we explore why this quiet approach can be the most supportive response during emotional storms.
In this episode
Sophie dives into the world of a child's big emotions and the profound impact of simply sitting with their feelings. Learn why abandoning the urge to fix or distract can be transformative for your child's emotional development.
Three things to try tonight
- Practice the Silent Proximity Shift during a meltdown.
- Use an 'Anchor Phrase' to establish safety.
- Observe when to offer a comforting touch after the emotional peak.
- emotional-regulation
- parenting
- toddler-meltdowns
- empathy
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