Lisa Damour, PhD On The Emotional Lives of Teenagers
The Rich Roll Podcast
Embrace Emotional Outlets and Evaluate any Cost of their Impact
Children can effectively manage difficult emotions through various acceptable activities such as playing with pets, exercising, showering, or engaging in video games. It is essential to recognize and validate these emotional regulation methods, which are often overlooked. However, it's critical to assess any potential costs associated with these activities. Parents should evaluate whether such outlets lead to neglect of responsibilities, prolonged inactivity, or lack of social interactions. The focus should be on understanding the impact of these emotional outlets rather than imposing a judgment that they come with a price tag, ensuring a healthy balance in children's emotional well-being.
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