Calm Parenting Podcast Back-to-School Anxiety & Refusal? 5 Action Steps That Work #507
Aug 6, 2025
Explore the challenges of back-to-school anxiety and what parents can do to help their children transition smoothly. The discussion includes five actionable strategies for coping with anxiety, building confidence, and fostering supportive relationships. Learn how friendships and adult support play a crucial role, while also recognizing the impact of parental anxiety. Discover the power of self-control in parenting, reshaping family dynamics for a more peaceful environment.
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Kirk Martin's School Anxiety Story
- Kirk Martin shared his own school anxiety struggles from kindergarten and middle school.
- He experienced stomach aches and frequent absences due to anxiety, unknown at the time.
Anxiety Roots in Control Loss
- Anxiety in kids often stems from feeling lack of control amidst busy brains and overwhelming environments.
- School is a sensory and social overload causing difficulty with transitions and unknowns.
Normalize Anxiety With Honesty
- Normalize anxiety by acknowledging it is a typical and healthy response to new situations.
- Avoid dismissing or minimizing anxious feelings, and do not use a fake reassuring tone.