Raising Emotionally Healthy Kids in an Overwhelmed World with Stacy Schaffer

Kids are struggling, and most of the time, they don’t have the language to tell us how.In this conversation, youth therapist Stacy Schaffer shares what she’s seeing after two decades of working with children and teens. From childhood trauma to emotional regulation, from social media pressure to silent anxiety, we unpack what’s actually happening beneath the behavior.We talk about:Why “acting out” is often a nervous system in distressThe long-term impact of childhood traumaHow emotional language changes everythingWhy parents doing their own work is non-negotiableWhat signs of distress often get missedHow to ask questions that actually open kids upThis episode isn’t about blaming parents. It’s about empowering them.Because raising emotionally healthy kids starts with emotionally aware adults.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing enough — this conversation will steady you and stretch you in the best way.🎧 Listen on all streaming platforms.💬 Want personalized support? Book a free strategy call to explore how coaching can help you reclaim your energy, self-trust, and vision for a life that actually feels good. Connect with Stacy:🔗 https://stacyschaffer.com/🔗 https://linktr.ee/stacyschaffertherapist🔗 https://www.instagram.com/hoperestored/Connect with Us: 🔗 Website:  https://kristazaft.com/🔗 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/zaftkrista/🔗 Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/krista.zaft/🔗 TikTok:   https://www.tiktok.com/@kristazaft?lang=en🔗 YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@kristazaft‼️Attention, speaking of Protecting and Showing up for Yourself and Your Kids…My friend Elicia Ybarra is launching 21 Days to Unbreakable — a 21-day self-defence and confidence training for women who are done playing small.This isn’t about living in fear. It’s about embodied confidence — learning how to protect yourself, trust your instincts, and walk through the world differently.The program includes video lessons, a guided workbook, practice drills, and community support.Enrolment opens March 2.Use code BecomingSound2026 for $50 off.Learn more: https://www.prettyhandshardpunches.com/unbreakablePlease Note: The views, information and opinions expressed during the Becoming Sound podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. The content of this podcast is to educate, inform and for entertainment purposes only. This podcast series  and the content presented does not constitute for medical or other professional advice or services. If you are in crisis or in need of help, please contact your medical or professional provider.