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Follow on Google News | From Meltdowns to Mindfulness: Tools to Help Kids Self-Regulate"You can't calm the storm, so stop trying. What you can do is calm yourself. The storm will pass." – Timber Hawkeye
Sometimes meltdowns happen because we do not have the words to express how we are feeling. Sometimes they happen because life is not fair. Your "window of tolerance" is basically the window in your psyche where you can handle what life throws at you. When we start to get to the ledge of that window and jump off; meltdowns, bad decisions, and feeling out of control, usually ensue. Many kids (and especially their parents) can get stuck in the chaos of their emotions. Teaching self-regulation doesn't happen overnight — it's like planting a garden. There is a saying, "I can plant the seed today, but it takes you to water and care for it". When it comes to winning the battle of a more regulated child, you need patience, the right tools, and consistent effort. The results? A kid who learns to pause, breathe, and respond, rather than react. Here are some techniques to help kids move from meltdowns to mindfulness: 1. Name It to Tame It 2. The Power of a Pause 3. Create a Calm Corner 4. Teach Mindful Breathing 5. Validate Their Feelings 6. Practice Problem-Solving Together 7. Model Mindfulness 8. Use Movement as Medicine https://www.specialconnectsllc.com/ End
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