Emotional regulation isn’t about staying calm all the time—it’s about recognizing emotions, processing them, and responding in a way that helps rather than hurts. In this episode, we break down how kids develop emotional regulation skills, why adults must model these behaviors first, and practical strategies to help children manage frustration, disappointment, and stress.
You’ll learn:
✔️ Why telling kids to “calm down” doesn’t work (and what to do instead)
✔️ How to model self-regulation in high-stress moments
✔️ The #1 mistake parents make when trying to teach emotional regulation
✔️ How to help kids recognize and name their emotions
✔️ Simple daily practices to build emotional resilience
This episode is packed with real-world examples, actionable strategies, and tools to help guide children in developing strong self-regulation skills.
Watch now and start building a calmer, more emotionally aware environment.
💡 Want to improve your own emotional regulation while teaching kids? Try these exercises!
✅ Identify Your Triggers: Write down 3-5 things that regularly cause strong emotional reactions. Pay attention to patterns.
✅ Self-Regulation Practice: Try the “Name it to tame it” technique: When emotions rise, name them out loud. ("I’m feeling frustrated right now.")
✅ Body Awareness Exercise: When you feel overwhelmed, pause. Where do you feel it? Tight chest? Clenched jaw? Learning to notice helps you regulate better.
✅ Use Scaling Questions: Next time your child is upset, instead of saying "Calm down," try: "On a scale of 1-10, how hard does this feel?" Then ask, "What would help move it down a point or two?"
✅ Address Emotions Underlying Needs: Identify a few go-to strategies when emotions run high. Check out this resource on Helping Kids Manage Emotions https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/helping-kids-manage-emotions/
🛠️ Downloadable Resources:
📌 Emotion Cards/Wheel – Helps kids name their emotions. https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/emotioncardsbodyoutlines/
📌 Emotion Regulation Strategy Chart – A printable guide to address underlying emotional needs. https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/helping-kids-manage-emotions/
📌 Self-Reflection Worksheet – Helps adults track emotional triggers and responses.
https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/adultemotionregulationselfreflection/
✨ The best way to teach emotional regulation? Master it yourself first. Start practicing today!
Want to learn more about helping kids strengthen their emotion regulation skills and problem-solving brains while boosting their confidence, independence, and resilience? Check out my many training opportunities! https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/upcoming-events/
