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🗣️ “Our words shape how children see themselves—speak with care, they’re listening.” 💛 The way we talk to young children becomes the way they talk to themselves. Words of encouragement build confidence. Words of compassion
💛 “All feelings are welcome—it’s what we do with them that matters.” Kids don’t need to fix or hide their big feelings—they need to feel safe expressing them. When we create space for sadness, anger, joy, and eve
💬 “Helping a child name a feeling is the first step to helping them tame it.” 🧠💛 When kids can’t explain what they’re feeling, their emotions often come out in big, messy ways. But something powerful happens when we pause,
🌧️ “What is a worry, anyway?” 💭 Explaining worries to a young child doesn’t have to be complicated. Using simple words and playful comparisons—like clouds or backpacks—can help kids understand their feelings instead o
💛 Kids with big worries need calm, consistent reassurance—and words have power. These 5 affirmations are a simple way to help your anxious child feel safe, capable, and supported throughout the day. 🧸✨ Use them during tough transitions, befo
Hi! I’m Michelle, the child psychologist behind Thriving Little Minds. I have over a decade of experience supporting children, teens, and families through life’s challenges. I specialize in trauma and attachment, but I also work with a wi
When emotions run high, kids need more than words — they need your calm presence. 💞 Try this simple activity: ✨ Place your hand on your heart ✨ Invite your child to do the same ✨ Breathe together for a few quiet moments It’s not magic
Big feelings need connection, not correction. 💞 Coregulation is how we help kids feel safe enough to calm down — not through control, but through presence. If a child is melting down, your calm nervous system is the best tool in the room. ✨ S
Ever tried telling a child to “calm down” — and it didn’t work? 😅 That’s because calm isn’t taught, it’s felt. 💞 Coregulation means sharing your calm, not joining their chaos. It’s how kids learn to
✨ Not every behavior needs a boundary — but some absolutely do. ✨ If your child’s behavior is unsafe, hurtful, or consistently disrespectful, that’s your cue. Boundaries aren’t about being strict — they’re about b
Setting boundaries isn’t about control — it’s about connection, safety, and growth 💛 When boundaries are clear, calm, and consistent, kids learn: ✔️ What’s expected ✔️ That they are safe ✔️ That you are the steady leader the