Do you suffer from anxiety around Christmas time?

I think we all do, but when you’re a parent of an HSC struggling with meltdowns, 

You are probably thinking at least three times as much as the average parent.

“I better make sure each sibling has an equal amount of gifts.”

“We’ll have to come up with an excuse to leave the Christmas party early so Sarah can watch A Christmas Story again.”

“I’ll take the long way to Grandma’s to avoid passing by the toy store, otherwise we’ll have to stop again.”

On top of the grocery list, gifts to mail out, and Christmas card addresses…

It’s no wonder you are feeling anxious. 

The Grinch was anxious around Christmas time too, but for a different reason.

Tune in to learn more about what the story of the Grinch can tell us about our Highly Sensitive children.

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/talk

For Highly Sensitive Teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/teentalk 

Let’s get one thing straight.

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Sensory Processing Sensitivity are two different things.

If your child is Highly Sensitive, that does not mean they are on the Autism Spectrum.

I’m referring to something I read a few weeks ago while scrolling away on Instagram.

I saw a “Wellness Coach” claim that the Highly Sensitive Personality trait is just a way for therapists to downplay someone’s autistic traits…

Which is simply not true… 

And science proves that.

It’s important to note that this individual in particular was not speaking from their own experience of an autism misdiagnosis…

So this is an example of how harmful (and easy) it can be to spread false information.

Tune in for a scientific and historical lesson on the difference between ASD and SPS.

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/talk

For Highly Sensitive Teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/teentalk 

Fake coaches and scam programs are not talked about enough.

You can’t scroll through Facebook for five seconds without finding someone selling their “life changing” program.

And since your search history is what apps use to target ads, 

If you’ve been searching for help on Google,
 

I.e “How can I stop meltdowns?”

You’re probably flooded with options.

But as you know, the internet is full of information.

It gives strangers the opportunity to position themselves as an “expert” by calling themselves one.

Tune in to learn more about how to spot a fake parenting coach, and why it’s incredibly important to know exactly who you’re working with.

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/talk

For Highly Sensitive Teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/teentalk  

I send you a lot of emails about why ending the meltdown cycle is key to creating a better life for your family.

But rarely do I talk about how it could lead to a successful future for your child.

That is what I want to talk about today.

If you’ve been following me for a while, 

you may have seen my video, What is your HSC’s potential?

If not, you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/JcAKyhOFS0Q 

That’s where I discuss how the Highly Sensitive trait is a gift when you know how to use it.

Today let’s discuss what could happen if the meltdowns never stop.

Which sounds terrifying… because it is.

Tune in to hear how meltdowns play out for HSCs when they grow into adults… and potentially rob them of opportunities.

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/talk

For Highly Sensitive Teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/teentalk 

Changing from soccer to an individual sport doesn’t end the meltdown cycle.

If your kid is in a team sport,

And the hustle and bustle, along with the quick pivoting of many teammates is overwhelming…

It’s tempting for you to throw in the towel with that sport.

Try something new.

But you already did that… right?

Especially if your child has after game meltdowns.

Or worse, mid game aggression. 

Changing sports based on your child’s emotion is a short-sighted solution.

Watch to find out why.

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/talk

For Highly Sensitive Teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/teentalk  

Opinions are like armpits. 

Everyone has them, but we only think that each others’ stink.

Has anyone ever made you feel like your Highly Sensitive child is TOO rambunctious?

Maybe your kid gets too hyper and accidentally breaks their iPad.

Or maybe they start running around and screaming at 10pm and won’t stop.

Having a child that is bursting with joy occasionally is normal,

But if your HSC can’t make a playdate because they are know as a tornado of destruction,

That isn’t going to make them feel good.

It’s hard enough feeling different from other kids.

But to be told you are TOO MUCH makes you want to shrink into the smallest person possible.

And you see your HSC has a gift of BIG joy that is a little too big to contain…

Why can’t others see that?

Tune in LIVE to hear what to do when your HSC feels like “too much,”

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/talk

For Highly Sensitive Teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/teentalk 

Moving sucks. Period.

While it may bring feelings of excitement for the future,

And you may be getting the house of your dreams,

Or the career you finally deserve…

It is one of the most stressful life events we can face. Especially if you’re going states away.

And if you have a Highly Sensitive child that already goes through life feeling like a raw nerve,

Moving can feel like TOO MUCH.

So, how can we make it through a move while helping your HSC prepare for what’s ahead?

Tune in to learn more about how to make it through the move in one piece.

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/talk

For Highly Sensitive Teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/teentalk  

Unless you’re a hairdresser, put the scissors and clippers DOWN.

It is possible for your HSC to get a haircut without a meltdown. Read those words again.

It is possible for your HSC to get a haircut without hitting, kicking, scratching, and screaming. 

You might roll your eyes and think, “Megghan, MY kid can’t handle it. You don’t get it.” 

I do get it. 

Your kid IS terrified. That is true. They’re uncomfortable. They’re itchy and they can’t take it.

Their meltdown may have been traumatizing for you AND them, and the hairdresser.

And I understand why you’d go to great lengths to avoid that from happening again.

Tune in to learn why cutting your kid’s hair is NOT the answer here.

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/5steps

For Highly Sensitive Teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/5steps_teen

Rest in pieces, behavior chart. Thanks for destroying my kid…

Said every parent of a Highly Sensitive teen who wants to know ‘what’s in it for them’ when they need to clean the moldy dishes out of their room.

Tune in to learn WHY External rewards don’t teach your kid anything about managing their own behavior, and how it does more harm than good.

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/talk

For Sensitive Teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/teentalk 

Friends, frenemies and enemies, Oh my!

Navigating social skills with your HSC can feel like trying to read a map that keeps changing mid-drive.

You know your kid is sensitive, 

So how can you help them navigate through social situations without saying “toughen up!”

Because you’ve tried that already…

It didn’t work… right?

Making friends might be hard for your HSC, so what do you do when they get their heart broken?

Watch to learn how to help your kid through disappointment without telling them to toughen up (because that doesn’t work).

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/talk

For sensitive teens:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/teentalk