Let's Get Real with Coach Menachem The Power of Mirroring -The Essential Skills for a Strong Parent-Child Bond Yehoshuah Saks LMSW #187
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Jun 3, 2024 Yehoshuah Saks, LMSW, a social worker specializing in attachment theory, shares his insights on parenting and emotional development. He explores the transformative power of mirroring and its role in fostering strong parent-child bonds. Topics include strategies for nurturing emotional connections, managing screen time, and encouraging open communication. Saks emphasizes mindfulness and empathy as crucial tools, providing practical advice to help parents navigate their children's emotional needs while maintaining effective discipline and connection.
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Importance of Connection
- Humans are wired for connection and need it.
- Many things can get in the way, making parenting challenging.
Brain Responses
- There are two primary responses in humans: fight-or-flight and the cognitive brain.
- The limbic system (fight-or-flight) can hinder the cognitive brain, especially in children.
Mirroring
- Mirroring is a natural skill, not a technique, especially crucial from 0-2 years old.
- It involves reflecting the child's emotions to help them understand and feel secure.