“Everyone is Mean to Me!” – How to Help Your Child Navigate Tough Social Situations
Your child comes home from school in tears, saying, “Everyone is mean to me!” Or maybe at the park, they run up to you, upset because… More
What is Emotional Validation? A Guide for Parents
Emotional validation has become a buzzword in parenting discussions, but what does it actually mean, and why is it so important? For many of us, this… More
When Emotional Validation Backfires: What to Do and Why It Happens
You’ve followed the advice about validating your child’s feelings, tried a script, and approached your child with empathy and understanding. Instead of calming down, though, they scream… More
2 Common Misconceptions About Emotional Validation (And How to Overcome Them)
Emotional validation is an essential parenting tool that helps children feel seen, heard, and understood. If you’re new to the concept, a guide to emotional validation… More