Overpowering Emotions: Tools for Child & Teen Anxiety and Resilience

In today’s episode of Overpowering Emotions, I chat about how kids can manage anxiety and empower themselves by responding to their anxiety-driven thoughts in helpful ways. I outline exactly what you need to do to guide kids through the problem-solving process. Discover how to help kids break down overwhelming emotions, foster resilience, and turn anxiety into actionable steps. We’ll cover: Unders...

In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, we jump into the fascinating world of emotional and physical wellness with guest expert Brenda Wollenberg. Brenda shares her journey from social work to nutrition, emphasizing her innovative approach to enhancing resilience in children, teens, and adults through personalized wellness strategies.   It is so important to move beyond a one-size-fits...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, we explore the intriguing concept of 'subselves'—the different parts of our personality that shape our thoughts and emotions. Discover how these subselves can either work together or clash, leading to internal conflicts. Learn practical strategies to help kids recognize and manage their subselves, fostering better emotional regulation. Join Dr. Caroline for an insig...

Today on #OverpoweringEmotions, learn about the internal cues of emotion that drive behaviours and how to guide kids to recognize these to manage emotions and build resilience. Other things mentioned Explaining anxiety to kids: https://youtu.be/25dNVjgpkd8   Enjoying the show? Help out by rating this podcast on Apple to help others get access to this information too! apple.co/3ysFijh Follow D...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, I discuss how emotions like fear, anger, sadness, and joy drive our behavior and influence our responses to the world around us. Teaching this to kids is critical to promote emotion regulation and resilience. With this understanding, they can strengthen their mindfulness and acceptance skills to effectively manage any emotion that comes up. Learn practical strategie...

In this special recast episode of #OverpoweringEmotions, we explore how to optimize the brain's resistance to anxiety by integrating fear extinction, mindfulness, and acceptance into one cohesive approach. Discover how combining these powerful techniques can lead to faster and more lasting progress in kids’ emotional regulation.  Enjoying the show? Help out by rating this podcast on Apple to...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, uncover the power of acceptance in guiding children through their emotions effectively. Discover how nurturing resilience and emotional understanding can help manage emotions. Get valuable tips to assist kids in handling intense emotions gracefully. Tune in to learn about acceptance's vital role in fostering emotional resilience and healthy emotion control in childr...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline walks through the next step in helping kids develop the core skill they need for emotion regulation and resilience. Her discussion emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in kids, guiding them to understand their physiological responses, thoughts, and behaviours when emotions arise. Discover practical techniques to build the foundations of self-awar...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline talks about the foundational core skill of managing anxiety and other big emotions to build resilience. Because it is such a critical skill with several components, she starts today by sharing the framework addressing the three key responses that contribute to anxiety and maladaptive reactions. Discover how our bodies, thoughts, and actions interplay du...

In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline Buzanko welcomes Stephanie Elliston to chat about resilience. They explore its stages and how to build resilience muscles. Stephanie shares personal anecdotes and professional insights to illustrate the power of resilience during life's most challenging changes. Learn practical strategies to foster resilience in yourself and the children you s...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, guest expert Dr. Celeste talks about the interplay between family dynamics and resilience, particularly during stressful situations. In a world where resilience is paramount for navigating life's challenges, understanding how family dynamics shape our ability to bounce back becomes imperative. Tune in to learn practical strategies for cultivating resilience in any f...

Delve into the heart of mindful parenting with our enlightening podcast episode featuring Dr. Lauren Pasqua, a clinical psychologist specializing in children and families experiencing intense emotions and behaviors. We unpack the pivotal role of family dynamics in nurturing resilience, with a deep dive into how dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) can offer practical strategies for parents. Discover...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline and special guest Katie Farinas talk about the power of mindful parenting. They explore how living by example can profoundly influence our children's understanding of a good life. They discuss the art of teaching through action, emphasizing the significance of demonstrating resilience, compassion, and mindfulness in our daily lives. Learn how to set pow...

I know I said I would be going into coping strategies, but there is a lot of work for adults. I left off last episode talking about how important self-care is before we can hope to effectively help children. For this part of our resilience journey, I want to focus on the things we can do to support ourselves and kids. Because if we’re doing good kids will do good too. To kick us off, special guest...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, based on questions Dr. Caroline has received on the subtle maladaptive coping strategies that can hinder kids’ resilience, she revisits the delicate balance between caring for children and enabling growth by exploring the subtleties of maladaptive coping and the importance of promoting independence in our kids. Discover the traps many adults fall into, from over-pro...

Today’s episode of Overpowering Dr. Caroline dives deep into the essence of our emotional makeup with guest expert Cedric Bertelli. They explore why certain emotions cling to us and how we can effectively resolve them to regain control of our well-being with Emotional Resolution® (EmRes).   Discover the limitations of traditional talk therapy and learn why conventional emotional regulati...

Today on Overpowering Emotions I discuss distinctions of emotion-focused and problem-solving-focused coping mechanisms and how they can help kids effectively manage their emotions and face life's challenges with confidence. I revisit the foundational concepts of these coping strategies but also provide practical ideas on fostering self-awareness and emotional regulation in everyday life and helpin...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, I discuss problem-focused coping strategies. When used effectively, this is a vital approach to help our children and teens navigate life's challenges with resilience and effectiveness.  I discuss the benefits of problem-focused coping, the pitfalls to avoid, and how to cultivate this skill. I share real-life examples ranging from teens overcoming study avoidan...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline explores the essential life skill of coping with emotions, focusing on the delicate balance between emotion-focused and problem-solving-focused coping strategies. In this journey of resilience, we delve into the adaptive versus maladaptive approaches to handling life's emotional rollercoasters. Discover why emotions, even those we might shy away from, a...

Today on Overpowering Emotions I turn my focus to coping mechanisms.   Through a compassionate lens, we explore the importance of building a solid foundation to help children and teens build the crucial skills for managing anxiety, stress, and big emotions, while also nurturing resilience.   I also discuss the significant role of coping skills in building resilience, tackling the challen...

Today on #OverpoweringEmotions, listen in to my conversation with inspiring Naomi Reilly, a brain injury survivor who channeled her harrowing experience into becoming a beacon of change in children’s mental health and education reform. Listen in to hear about Naomi's powerful story of personal triumph, her advocacy for inclusive education, and her actionable strategies for fostering resilience in...

Welcome to another episode of Overpowering Emotions. Over the past two weeks, Dr. Caroline introduced emotional intelligence, why it is so important for our children's overall well-being and future success, and the key skills they need to develop to strengthen their emotional intelligence. Today, Dr. Caroline is jumping into the practical strategies for nurturing and improving emotional intelligen...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline discusses the critical competencies essential for children's emotional development. Emotional self-awareness, self-regulation, and empathy are examples of a few key components of emotional intelligence, and they play a pivotal role in fostering resilience in children and teens. Listen in to learn more and why they are crucial for children's success in l...

Today on Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline continues the #JourneyofResilience by exploring Emotional Intelligence (EI) and its profound impact on children. Discover how EI empowers children to navigate the challenges of school, peer relationships, and everyday emotions with confidence. Through different stories, Dr. Caroline illustrates how children with high EI can thrive even in the face of ad...

Adversity in a child's life can play a significant role in fostering resilience and long-term success. When children face adversity, such as family problems, academic difficulties, or personal setbacks, it can have several positive effects on their development. In this powerful episode of Overpowering Emotions, we can see this adversity in action as we delve into the extraordinary life journey of...