3 DAILY TIPS TO HELP YOUR TEEN LET GO OF NEGATIVE THINKING Science shows that negative thoughts tend to “stick” to our brains and it takes a conscious effort to challenge our brain’s “negativity bias”. This is especially true for teens who may get STUCK on the one negative thing that happened in their day. […]
10 Things to say instead of “Stop Crying”
A biochemist, Dr. William Frey II in Minnesota, found that tears/crying when feeling emotional help your body clear out the chemicals associated with stress. It has also been found that having a good cry can clear out stress and tension which allows you to feel better emotionally. More frequent crying can be an indication of […]
Helping your teen challenge negative thoughts
Emotions are not all good nor bad. They make us human and give us information about how we are doing. They can signal danger, let us know when we need a break or let us know that things are just where we want them to be. We may not be able to control our emotions […]
Teaching Kids About Their Brain
TEACHING KIDS ABOUT THEIR BRAIN Children are often overwhelmed by their “BIG” emotions. Teaching them a bit about how their brain and bodies work helps them understand what happens in their brain and helps them feel more in control. Helping children grow their feelings vocabulary allows them to express themselves using common and easily understandable […]
Redirect to Connect
Life is so hectic sometimes that children’s feelings can be unintentionally dismissed. It’s not because we don’t care, but in trying so hard to reassure them, the actual feelings get ignored. Building confidence in children begins with helping them feel secure, loved, accepted and understood. Intense emotions like anxiety, fear and anger can be frightening for […]
Grounding—It’s not what you think
Intense emotions in kids can be frightening to them as well as to the adults around them because they don’t know how to manage them yet. Children can feel as though their anger or anxiety is in control and they are only along for the ride. It’s important for kids to recognize they can […]
5 Easy Tips for Stress Free School / Holiday Breaks For Families
School and holiday breaks are often much needed but can be super hectic or have too much down time. Reaching a balance is key to reducing stress and creating lasting memories. Routines & Schedule Predictable schedules reduce stress. When kids are aware of what the daily schedule or routine is, their anxiety is reduced. This […]