Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2727: 5 Things I Teach My Kids as a Highly Sensitive Parent by Charlene Jimenez of Highly Sensitive Refuge
Sep 13, 2025
Explore the journey of a highly sensitive parent who is redefining sensitivity as a strength. Discover five key lessons aimed at nurturing emotional intelligence and self-acceptance in children. Learn about the importance of creating a safe emotional environment where children feel free to express their feelings. Embrace the power of saying no as a tool for empowerment, instilling resilience and balance in their lives. This insightful discussion highlights the transformative impact of sensitivity in parenting.
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Sensitivity As Strength
- Charlene reframes sensitivity as a strength rather than a flaw learned to hide.
- Self-acceptance is the greatest gift she aims to give her children early on.
Create An Emotionally Safe Home
- Make home an emotionally safe place where children can feel and be understood.
- Allow them to cry, retreat, and express emotion without judgment or shame.
Teach Coping Skills Early
- Teach children how to process big emotions and model healthy coping strategies.
- Set boundaries about acceptable reactions while validating the feeling itself.