RelateBetter presents: The EnneaCast

Ep. #119: Say More: Raising Resilient Kids in Anxious Times w/ Sissy Goff

Jun 25, 2024

Therapist Sissy Goff shares her journey, discusses childhood influences, and how parents impact children's anxiety. They explore the significance of self-awareness, mirror neurons in parenting, Enneagram type one experience, and building better relationships.

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Sissy Goff

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Quick takeaways

Teaching kids self-regulation aids in managing anxiety and promotes success.

Active listening, open-ended questioning, and diverse perspective-seeking enhance effective conversations.

Fostering empathy, curiosity, and understanding leads to deeper connections and authentic relationships.

Deep dives

Importance of Teaching Kids Self-Regulation

Teaching kids how to regulate themselves sets them up for success as they navigate anxiety, a prevalent condition today. Parents' ability to regulate themselves influences their children's emotional reactions, emphasizing the need for adults to model healthy coping mechanisms.

Intro

2min

Fostering Understanding Through Curiosity in Conversations

9min

Journey of a Therapist

15min

New Say More Conversation Decks and Lessons for Counselors

4min

Importance of Self-awareness and the Speaker's Journey

14min

Mirror Neurons and Parent-Child Behavior

7min

Parenting, Enneagram Type One Experience, Self-Criticism, and Faith

13min

A Heartfelt Conversation and Call to Build Better Relationships

2min

“How does our anxiety impact our kids?” In this episode of the Say More series on the art of conversation, Jesse and Lindsey begin by exploring how an other-focused approach in conversations can deepen connection and empathy. Then, Jesse sits down with Sissy Goff, Executive Director of Daystar Counseling Ministries and a leading voice on childhood anxiety. Sissy shares how family dynamics and parental anxieties directly shape children’s emotional health and resilience. She offers practical insights on managing your own anxiety to model calmness for your kids, along with strategies for helping them navigate their fears. With humor and warmth, Sissy highlights why curiosity and connection are key to combating anxiety within the family. The episode wraps up with actionable advice for parents looking to break generational cycles of anxiety and raise resilient, confident kids.

Connect with Sissy: www.instagram.com/sissygoff/?hl=en

Sissy's podcast: www.raisingboysandgirls.com

Daystar Counseling Ministries: www.daystarcounseling.com

Find Say More cards and digital decks.

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