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Good Inside with Dr. Becky

Parenting During the LA Wildfires

Jan 18, 2025
The conversation dives into the emotional struggles of parenting during the LA wildfires. Parents learn to navigate their own feelings and support their children through trauma. Strategies include fostering connection, using storytelling to express emotions, and practicing self-care amidst chaos. Grounding techniques help bring stability in turbulent times. Lastly, they discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for kids to process their experiences while nurturing resilience and moments of joy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Acknowledging and expressing complex emotions during traumatic events like wildfires helps parents create healthier emotional environments for their families.
  • Transparent communication about uncertainties with children during disasters fosters connection and reassurance, allowing them to process their emotions effectively.

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Understanding and Expressing Emotions

It's essential to acknowledge and give voice to the complex emotions experienced by parents affected by traumatic events like the California wildfires. Parents are encouraged to use phrases such as 'it makes sense that I feel heartbroken' to validate their feelings, helping to contain and express these overwhelming emotions. This process helps in establishing a recognition of their feelings rather than suppressing them, which can manifest in various behaviors, especially towards their children. By giving themselves permission to feel and articulating their emotional state, parents can create a healthier emotional environment for themselves and their families.

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