: Physical movement can help shift a child’s emotional state. If they are stuck in a "downstairs" tantrum, jumping or running can help "reset" the brain.
The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind , written by neuropsychiatrist Daniel J. Siegel and parenting expert Tina Payne Bryson, provides a practical roadmap for parents to help children integrate different parts of their brains. By understanding how the brain develops, parents can turn everyday meltdowns and conflicts into opportunities for growth and emotional intelligence. The Foundation: Brain Integration The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strateg...
: Provide opportunities for children to practice using their upstairs brain—such as making choices or exercising empathy—to help those neural pathways grow stronger. : Physical movement can help shift a child’s
: Help children pay attention to what is happening inside them—their physical sensations, mental images, feelings, and thoughts—to develop "mindsight." Siegel and parenting expert Tina Payne Bryson, provides
: Help children process difficult memories by "fast-forwarding" or "rewinding" the story as they tell it, giving them a sense of control over their experiences.