EPISODE · Apr 19, 2026 · 10 MIN
Ep. 75: Not Every Explosive Kid Is Spoiled (Here’s How to Tell)
from Dr. Todd Talks · host Dr. Todd Corelli
Your calm is the actual intervention.I've been working with anxious kids for 30 years, and the pattern underneath is almost always the same. Parents are doing everything right out of love, and somehow the anxiety keeps growing. In this video, I walk through three shifts that change that.What you'll learn:- Why your child's nervous system borrows regulation from yours- The "relief trap" that makes anxiety escalate even when you're trying to help- How to build an exposure ladder that teaches your child's brain it's safe, one small step at a time- What to say instead of "you'll be fine, I promise"- A small thing you can try with your child this weekGO DEEPERMy course Connection and Credibility is built for parents who want to stay steady and warm while their child learns to handle hard things.→ https://drtoddtalks.com/course/MORE FREE CONTENTVideos, articles, and podcast episodes on my website.→ https://drtoddtalks.comWant more than just tips? My parenting course, Connection & Credibility, helps you build a strong bond with your kids while setting healthy boundaries that actually work. Explore the course: https://drtoddtalks.com/course/For more parenting insights, visit my website: https://www.drtoddtalks.comFind me on YouTube at: https://youtube.com/@drtoddtalksFollow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/drtoddtalks
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Your calm is the actual intervention.I've been working with anxious kids for 30 years, and the pattern underneath is almost always the same. Parents are doing everything right out of love, and somehow the anxiety keeps growing. In this video, I walk through three shifts that change that.What you'll learn:- Why your child's nervous system borrows regulation from yours- The "relief trap" that makes anxiety escalate even when you're trying to help- How to build an exposure ladder that teaches your child's brain it's safe, one small step at a time- What to say instead of "you'll be fine, I promise"- A small thing you can try with your child this weekGO DEEPERMy course Connection and Credibility is built for parents who want to stay steady and warm while their child learns to handle hard things.→ https://drtoddtalks.com/course/MORE FREE CONTENTVideos, articles, and podcast episodes on my website.→ https://drtoddtalks.comWant more than just tips? My parenting course, Connection & Credibility, helps you build a strong bond with your kids while setting healthy boundaries that actually work. Explore the course: https://drtoddtalks.com/course/For more parenting insights, visit my website: https://www.drtoddtalks.comFind me on YouTube at: https://youtube.com/@drtoddtalksFollow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/drtoddtalks
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