38: Emotional Self-Regulation: Turning Your Child's Stormy Behavior into Their Best Behavior with Laura Reardon

Ever wondered why your little one has meltdowns or acts defiant? In this eye-opening episode, I'm joined by Laura Reardon, a certified Child Behavior Specialist with two decades of parenting expertise. As a home daycare owner and nanny, Laura uncovered a crucial truth—traditional parenting tools prioritize short-term control over long-term learning. Delving into the latest neuroscience research, she explores how children interpret sensations, influencing their behavior. 

Laura breaks it down: when sensations trigger the fight or flight response, kids act out. The good news? Laura provides practical tips on coregulation—responding to stormy behavior with calm and curiosity. But it's not just about staying calm; Laura emphasizes the other 50%—becoming curious about what propels your child's behavior. Recognize they're not "bad kids," but kids grappling with overwhelming sensations.

Stay tuned to the second part, where Laura delivers an abundance of  actionable advice on how to teach the skills of emotional self-regulation with a real-life example featuring my own preteen. Trust me, you don't want to miss this interview. Let's turn our children's stormy behavior into their best behavior! Let's help them develop their capacity to regulate their emotional state.

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