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247. 3 Principles to confidently explain your parenting style to skeptical relatives
As a parent of a highly sensitive child, you're already blazing your own trail.
You've rejected the old, harsh discipline methods that you grew up with. Instead, you're committed to raising an emotionally resilient child using positive parenting strategies.
But when Grandma and Grandpa see you comforting your child through a meltdown instead of sending them to their room, the disapproving looks and unsolicited advice can make you second guess yourself.
How do you stay firm in your nontraditional parenting style when facing criticism from the older generation?
Listen in for my 3 principles.
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246. Is gentle parenting just for gentle kids?
If you’ve got a sensitive, “strong-willed” child who seems to have a meltdown over everything, you might be wondering:
"Is gentle parenting even possible for us?"
You’ve tried being calm, patient, and understanding, but your child still pushes back—hard.
The endless tears, the screaming, the arguments... it’s exhausting.
And when gentle parenting doesn’t seem to work, it’s easy to feel like you’re failing.
But here’s the thing most people don’t understand:
Gentle parenting isn’t just for “gentle kids.”
At the core, it’s for all kids—but the sensitive child needs more structure than just “show compassion and patience.”
The problem?
Sensitive kids don’t respond to the same cookie-cutter advice you’ve probably heard a thousand times.
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245. Making 2025 the year you end the meltdown cycle
Imagine having the tools to defuse the emotional bombs before they go off, to communicate in a way your child can actually hear and respond to, to create a home that feels loving and calm instead of chaotic and overwhelming.
Imagine your sensitive child being able to express their big feelings without the screaming, the tears, the all-consuming outbursts. Imagine them building resilience, finding their voice, learning to thrive.
I know it might feel impossible right now. You're exhausted, overwhelmed, maybe even hopeless after trying everything and seeing no change. The parenting books gathering dust on your shelves, the sticker charts and time-outs and "calm down corners" that only seem to make things worse...
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244. Sensitive kids and the holidays: Managing disappointment and excitement
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes a flurry of festive parties and family gatherings.
For highly sensitive children, this time of year can be especially challenging. Their vivid imaginations conjure up visions of the perfect celebration, complete with harmonious relatives, dream gifts, and picture-perfect moments.
But when reality falls short of these elaborate expectations (as it often does), sensitive kids can find themselves drowning in disappointment and frustration.
If your child has ever had a meltdown at a holiday party because the gift wasn't quite right or the cousins weren't acting according to plan, you're not alone.
Highly sensitive children feel deeply and imagine thoroughly. They notice every detail and nuance, which can be both a blessing and a curse when navigating the unpredictability of holiday gatherings.
So, what can you do to help your sensitive child cope when their big dreams collide with less-than-perfect realities?
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243. Why sensitive kids won't take a deep breath
If you're the parent of a highly sensitive child, you've probably tried everything to help them manage their meltdowns.
Breathing exercises, counting to ten, talking it out afterwards... but nothing seems to stick.
It's an endless cycle of reactivity, and it's exhausting for everyone involved.
But here's the thing: it's not your fault, and it's not your child's fault either.
The real problem is that most therapists and parenting strategies focus on reactive care. They wait for a meltdown to happen, then try to slap a band-aid skill on it and hope for the best.
But that's like trying to build a house without a foundation. It might look okay for a minute, but it won't stand up to the first big storm.
If you're ready to build that foundation for your family, register for my latest training, The top 3 mistakes parents make in trying to end the daily meltdown cycle: megghanthompsoncoaching.com/3mistakes
About Parent Your Highly Sensitive Child Like A Ninja
You are a parent of a Highly Sensitive Child and are ready to gain skills that will help you feel capable and confident disciplining your child or teen while helping them feel understood in a world that says they are "too much". Each week, Megghan Thompson, an experienced mental health therapist and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S), dives into the topic of parenting highly sensitive children and teens. If you're ready to stop drowning in your child's explosive and out of control emotions and eliminate daily meltdowns, this show is for you.
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