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Big Feelings, Little Kids: An Anger Management Guide Through Storytelling and Support
If you’ve ever found yourself face-to-face with your child’s outburst—yelling, stomping, throwing, or shutting down—and wondered quietly, “What am I doing wrong?”, you’re not alone. These intense moments, filled with big emotions and even bigger reactions, can leave any parent feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or guilty. But the truth is, having a child who struggles with anger doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong. It means you’re raising a little human still learning how to handle life’s big feelings.
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What Mindfulness Is In a Classroom: Must-Have Activities.
When I think of what mindfulness is in a classroom, I think of the place where students are driven by their own goals and interests, are in charge of the creative space, believe and know they can tackle difficult things, support each other, and grow physically and emotionally. Mindfulness is that classroom vibe where a teacher facilitates, not dictates. Mindfulness is taking mental pauses and breaks for a teacher and students when the day gets tough. Mindfulness is being aware of the limitations and the possibilities for students and a teacher. Mindfulness is challenging the limitations and attempting bigger things following small, consistent steps. In fact, it’s pretty hard to…
