1.

Why a Bored Child is so Irritated and Irritating and What You Can do to Help

No items found.

When kids are bored it triggers a stress response in their brains which activates their amygdala and deactivates the prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain responsible for thinking and decision making. Which makes it impossible for them to take any of your good suggestions and put them to work.

They need you to hold your suggestions while you hold space for their emotional pain and discomfort so they can feel soothed and reconnect with their executive functioning skills Then they can pick something that will stimulate them in whatever way is right.

!7maZdGQE

Join the Attachment Nerd Herd

Complete access for $29

Similar to what you just watched

Three Things Every Kid Needs to Know About Saying NO
00:40

Join us as we explore the importance of teaching children to say 'no' and how we can empower them to use this skill effectively in various scenarios.

View
How to Raise Consent Detectives: Showing Your Child What 'yes' Looks Like
2:28

Model for them your own consent process, and help them deeply understand the nuance of desire

View
Two Things to Say to Your Children Every Day
01:15

In this heartwarming video, learn the power of "I adore you" and "I am sorry" in building secure attachment and initiating repair in relationships.

View