82 Navigating Big Emotions Around Halloween

Website: 🌐 www.andiclark.comJoin The Support Circle Membership: https://andiclark.com/work-with-me/ Book a Call: 📞 https://tidycal.com/andi1/bookacallHalloween can be a magical time of year, but for kids with big emotions, it can also be full of anxiety and sensory overload. In This Episode We Will Dive into: Common emotional responses children have during Halloween and how parents can support them. She introduces three types of emotional reactions: the Shark (always on high alert), the Clownfish (sticking close to home, anxious about the unknown), and the Turtle (wanting to retreat into their shell).From uncomfortable costumes to the chaos of trick-or-treating, Andi offers practical advice on how to make Halloween a positive experience for your child. Whether your child loves Halloween but struggles afterward, or they’re anxious and overstimulated by the holiday, this episode will help you prepare and navigate these emotional hurdles.Key Takeaways:Understanding your child’s emotional response type: Shark, Clownfish, or Turtle.Tips for handling sensory overload, uncomfortable costumes, and loud noises.Strategies to help your child feel more comfortable and safe during Halloween activities.How to address the emotional aftermath of Halloween excitement and overstimulation.