This morning I wanted to flush my kid down the toilet, it was just one of those mornings. It made me realize that while last week we had a great chat about reactive regulation, it was a bit heavy on the theory vs practical application. I'm extending that conversation today to share some real life examples of how I use these tools in my everyday life, how I used them this morning with my son. So, here's Part 6 of my Back to the Basics Series.
3 Takeaways:
Tools work better when they’re practiced in low-stakes moments. Amanda didn’t magically regulate during a meltdown—she had practiced those steps in less charged settings first.
You don’t have to fully shift your state to call a tool successful. If it takes the edge off enough to help you stay present, it’s working.
Use different tools for different goals. Some tools shift your physiology. Others help you stay with emotion. Both are valid.
CLICK HERE for the full show notes, resources, and 3 tangible takeaways!
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Ps. This is a re-run of this series. It originally aired in February 2025, and is still the series I hear back about the most. Since there’s been a wave of new listeners joining lately, I wanted to bring it back around.
And for those of you who were here the first time, I invite you to listen again through the lens of where you are right now, it’s likely shifted over the last year and a half, and just see what lands differently.
*Want me to talk about something specific on the podcast? Let me know HERE.
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Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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