Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled

Concerned About a Child's Anxiety

Jan 8, 2019

In this episode, Janet addresses a parent's concerns about their 4-year-old showing signs of anxiety. They discuss if anxiety is inherited or learned, and how to approach it. The importance of self-acceptance, predictable routines, and navigating a child's need for control are also explored.

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Understanding and validating a child's fears without instilling unnecessary anxiety is crucial for their emotional well-being.

Parental self-acceptance helps create a supportive environment for children to embrace their unique traits without judgement.

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Recognizing and Addressing Child Anxiety

The episode delves into a parent's concerns about their four-year-old displaying signs of anxiety, raising questions about how to handle such situations. The parent describes instances where the child shows a pattern of seeking control in uncertain situations, hinting at underlying anxieties. Dr. Lansbury offers insights into understanding and responding to a child's fears, emphasizing the importance of validating their feelings without instilling unnecessary anxiety.

Introduction

2min

Navigating a Child's Anxiety and Seeking Guidance as a Parent

3min

Navigating Child Curiosity and Parental Projection

3min

The Importance of Self-Acceptance and Predictable Routines for Children's Security

4min

Navigating a Child's Need for Control and Concerns

5min

Janet responds to a question from a parent who’s saddened that her 4-year-old is showing signs of general anxiety. “I’m seeing a pattern of scouting for danger instead of just letting loose and having fun,” she says. She also recognizes this tendency in herself. This mom is wondering if her daughter’s disposition is inherited or learned by modeling, and if there’s anything she could be doing differently.

For more advice on common parenting issues, please check out Janet's best-selling books on audio, FREE with a 30-day trial membership at Audible (adbl.co/2OBVztZ).

Also, her exclusive audio series "Sessions" is available for download. This is a collection of recorded one-on-one consultations with parents discussing their most immediate and pressing concerns (SessionsAudio.com).

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