Episode 346: Stop Telling Your Anxious Child That Things Will Be Ok (What They Need Instead)

Many children with big emotions also struggle with anxious thoughts. When our child feels scared, nervous, or overwhelmed, our first instinct is usually to reassure them that everything will be okay. But what if we are actually making it HARDER for them to feel better in the moment and build resilience for the future?  In this episode, you'll learn:  Why, in our defense, we're wired reassure our children when they feel anxious  What happens in our kids' brains when we reassure them (and why they often feel more anxious after we try to help) Three things our children with big emotions actually need to regulate their nervous system --  Join the "Daily Lift" for daily encouragement for $1 Resource: Understanding Yuck and the Yuck Curve Join Rachel's Facebook group The Leadership Parenting Academy and Success Lab