This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is a conversation with Dr. Tamar E. Chansky who helps children, teens, and adults overcome worry and negative thinking. We discuss examples of what negative thinking sounds like, why empathy is always the first response, and some gentle teaching tools to overcome negative thinking and improve flexibility. 

We talk about:

  • 5:00 Examples of negative thinking in children

  • 7:10 Why do reassuring words not help?

  • 12:00 Why are some kids more prone to negative thoughts?

  • 15:00 How to help your child with their negative thinking

  • 23:54 Difference between engaging in the content vs. empathizing

  • 29:50 “Long distance learning” and getting the timing right for teaching

  • 33:45 Teaching kids to not fear feelings

  • 39:30 Games to increase children’s flexibility

 

Download the episode transcript HERE 

 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

 

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:  

 

Rss Apple Podcaster
Podden och tillhörande omslagsbild på den här sidan tillhör Sarah Rosensweet. Innehållet i podden är skapat av Sarah Rosensweet och inte av, eller tillsammans med, Poddtoppen.

Senast besökta

The Peaceful Parenting Podcast

Free Your Child From Negative Thinking: Episode 185

00:00