Deeply-feeling kids need help managing their emotions. And so do their parents.
Being a parent is hard. And being a parent of a child with big, intense emotions adds a layer of difficulty that can have even the most seasoned parents scratching their heads and fighting back tears. If you're feeling overwhelmed and frustrated because the parenting tactics you see on social media just don't seem to work with your emotionally intense kid, you’re not alone! We see you, and this episode is here to help.
Neither of us is a licensed therapist, but we are parents of kids with intense emotions, or as Dr. Becky Kennedy calls them, Deep Feeling Kids. This week, we share Dr. Becky’s insights to help you determine if your child is a DFK. Then, we explain her proven strategy to help these kids identify their emotions so they can 1) work through them, and 2) build emotional resilience.
This episode helps you…
Determine if you have an emotionally intense child.
Discover Dr. Becky Kennedy's unique approach to understanding and supporting emotionally intense children.
Get an actionable tip that you can use with your emotionally intense child today.
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More About Your Emotionally Intense Kid
Impact of Deeply Feeling kids
Our conversation sheds light on the unique challenges faced by deeply feeling children, who experience intense emotions. These kids have difficulty articulating their feelings and require a more, um, nuanced approach to parenting. Understanding the root of deeply feeling children's emotions is crucial in providing them with the necessary support.
Dr. Becky Kennedy's Approach
I (Caitlin) was incredibly inspired by child psychologist Dr. Becky Kennedy's approach to supporting deeply feeling kids. Dr. Becky's insights emphasize the importance of being present with the child and refraining from direct intervention during emotional escalations. Implementing Dr. Becky's strategies can help parents navigate the complexities of parenting emotionally intense children effectively.
Effective Parenting Strategies
Through the podcast, we explore effective parenting strategies, emphasizing the value of positive reinforcement and emotional support. Strategies like the Thumbs Up Approach provide non-verbal ways for children to express their emotions. We stressed the importance of listening, acknowledging, and validating a child's feelings to foster a strong parent-child connection.
Sources:
2 Signs You Have a Deeply Feeling Kid, According to Parent-Whisperer Dr. Becky | Alexia Dellner for PureWow
Have a Deeply Feeling Kid? This Therapist-Approved Hack Will Help Get Them to Open Up | Rachel Bowie for PureWow
Dr. Becky Kennedy on Instagram @drbeckyatgoodinside >> valuable content and snippets related to parenting deeply feeling kids
Her book >> Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be
Caitlin’s previous blog post: The detailed blog post mentioned in this episode provides additional strategies and insights for parents of deeply feeling kids. Find it on our website.
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