What happens when empathizing with your child seems to backfire? Should we apologize when they have big feelings? Is it possible that our efforts to validate their feelings might actually increase their frustration? Today, I'm joined by Nandini, a passionate mom to a 7-year-old daughter. Nandini shares her experiences and parenting dilemmas, sparking an enlightening conversation about the delicate balance of validation, empathy, and responsibility. We explore why children might react negatively to our attempts at empathy and the importance of not taking their responses personally.
In This Episode:
When empathy frustrates instead of calms
Validating feelings without personalizing blame
Holding space for children's emotional outbursts
Creative ways to foster connection
The unintentional consequences of over-apologizing
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