Episode 27: The Wise Owl Brain and Your Child: Tools for Calmer Days and Fewer Power Struggles

If your child seems more regulated everywhere except at home, this episode is for you. In this episode of Emotions with Ease, emotional wellness coach Jami Glenn explains what the Wise Owl Brain is, why it goes offline so easily, and how to support it in everyday parenting moments—without lectures or power struggles. 👉 New here? Grab my free 5-video Emotional Tools 101 series. ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 – Welcome + why this topic matters 2:15 – Why kids fall apart at home 5:40 – What the Wise Owl Brain is 9:30 – Why logic doesn't work during meltdowns 12:10 – The Wise Owl Check (parent tool) 16:45 – Building Wise Owl skills before hard moments 20:30 – Scripts to use at home 25:10 – Common mistakes (no shame) 27:40 – This week's practice + encouragement 🧠 What You'll Learn What the Wise Owl Brain (prefrontal cortex) actually does Why kids "lose it" where they feel safest One simple check to prevent escalation What to say when emotions are high Why regulation comes before teaching 🎯 One Thing to Try This Week Choose one hard moment (mornings, bedtime, homework). Practice the Wise Owl Check for yourself before responding. Small pauses lead to big shifts. 💛 Want Support? If you'd like help applying this at home, you can book a low-pressure discovery call using the link in the show notes. We'll talk it through and see what feels supportive. I'm rooting for you.