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261: Extreme Language Around Emotions, with Penny Williams
Apr 18, 2024
Penny Williams, parenting expert, discusses the extreme language kids use to express emotions. She emphasizes the need for parents to guide children in understanding and communicating feelings accurately. Strategies include social emotional learning, emotional regulation, and being a calm anchor for kids.
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Quick takeaways
- Extreme language from kids may signal difficulty expressing complex emotions, not literal intentions.
- Parents can assist children in emotional communication by teaching nuanced emotions and practicing calm reactions.
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Recognizing and Understanding Extreme Emotions
Children may exhibit extreme language and behavior to express their emotions due to only seeing emotions in extremes. By helping them understand the nuances of emotions, parents can assist them in expressing their feelings more appropriately. For instance, when children use extreme language or actions, such as threatening harm or displaying intense emotions, it often signifies their need to communicate the depth and intensity of their feelings.
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