

Guiding Our Kids Through Life's Ups and Downs with Dr. Tovah Klein
9 snips Oct 25, 2024
In a lively discussion, Dr. Tovah Klein, a psychology professor and author, shares innovative strategies to help parents promote resilience in their children. She explains the importance of supportive relationships and emotional adaptability, particularly in navigating life’s uncertainties. Dr. Klein emphasizes open communication in maintaining strong parent-child bonds and offers techniques to help parents manage their own emotional responses. Her insights provide practical guidance for fostering confidence and emotional health in kids.
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Navigating Uncertainty with Children
- Acknowledge the uncertainty and validate children's feelings.
- Remind yourself that you are the adult and your children need you to be grounded, even if you feel shaky inside.
Sharing Difficult Information
- Share age-appropriate information with children, without lying, to build trust.
- Start by asking what they know or have heard, then offer reassurance and answer their questions honestly.
Setting Boundaries While Maintaining Connection
- Establish clear boundaries and limits, not harshly, but because you are the adult.
- Remember that children don't have to be happy with the boundaries, and it's okay if they express negative feelings.