Your sensitive child freezes in frustration, don't they?

Schoolwork, chores, friendships - the second things get tough, they quit.

As their parent, witnessing their lack of resilience breaks your heart.

You know deep down that if they could move through discomfort, amazing things would happen.

Yet every time you try coaching them, every time you encourage perseverance...

You get met with tears, tantrums, and complete shutdown from your discouraged child.

Your frustration boils over in those heated moments despite your best intentions.

You revert to criticizing, yelling, or simply giving up yourself out of sheer exasperation.

After all, you feel like you can't be calm and lead with compassion when they won’t listen.

But here's the tragic truth that keeps this meltdown cycle spinning:

Each time you quit on being the steady, reassuring leader...

Your child's brain gets another example that quitting is acceptable.

Their neurological pathways ...

Ever felt overwhelmed trying to control your emotions?

I know the feeling.

I've found a solution that made a huge difference: transformational mindset shifting.

It's not just about reducing surface feelings of anxiety and stress.

It helps manage emotional regulation and build resilience over time.

This leads to unshakable confidence in high-pressure situations.

Check it out here:

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/be-the-example-summit

Wednesday June 12, 2024 at 7pm, 4:00pm PST, I’m running a FREE Be The Example Summit for parents and professionals.

We’ll cover the answers to these questions, and if you grab a VIP ticket, you’ll get the opportunity to ask your questions LIVE, plus several bonuses.

You will need to grab your FREE ticket here.

https://www.megghanthompsoncoaching.com/be-the-example-summit

Warmly,

Megghan Thompson, LCPC, RPT-S

If it feels like your HSC is down in the dumps more than the average kid,

You’ll want to hear this.

You are not alone.

Our client Savannah knows exactly how that feels, and that feeling was HARD to work through.

Savannah’s story is common for parents who are stuck in the meltdown cycle.

She wanted to be a mom for such a long time,

And the fact that her child seemed melancholy SO often was disheartening.

She describes her HSC as feeling upset and on edge constantly,

Crying often,

And even stated that there was a lack of connection.

She felt like no matter how much she  and Alan tried, 

They could not meet their HSC’s needs.

She also felt like she could not help her child in the midst of a meltdown.

And that was really discouraging.

In Savannah’s words, “I felt helpless. I was failing myself and my daughter.”

On top of this, she was dealing with her own guilt of being embarrassed by the meltdowns.

She didn’t understand why her kid co...

You try so hard to be a great parent, don't you?

You try so hard to be a great parent, don't you?

You read all the books, listen to the podcasts, join Facebook groups...

You soak up every tip and trick to help your sensitive child stop melting down.

And sometimes those strategies work - for a little while at least.

For a week or two, your child is calmer and more in control of their big emotions.

You breathe that sigh of relief, thinking you've finally cracked the code.

But then, almost as quickly as the progress came, it's gone again.

The meltdowns return, and you're back at square one, feeling defeated.

Why does this keep happening?
Why can't you find something that actually sticks?

It's probably because you're falling into one of the 3 major barriers that prevent consistency.

And without consistency, no parenting strategy will work long-term for your sensitive child.

Barrier #1:

You lose motivation when you don't see immediate results.

In the beginning, you feel so hope...

You walk on eggshells, don't you?

Holding your breath until your sensitive child gets home from school...

Bracing for the emotional tsunami that'll come crashing through the door at 3pm.

You ask an innocent question like, "What snack would you like?"

And just like that, the dam breaks.

A torrent of screams, tears, and flailing limbs leaves you battered and drained.

Lying there on the kitchen floor, you wonder, "Where did I go wrong as a parent?"

You google deep into the night, searching for answers in books and blogs.

You read that empathy is key - that meltdowns are overload from bottling it all up at school.

Parenting guides tell you to feel #blessed your child expresses feelings so openly at home.

They shame you for being disturbed, pressure you to embrace the chaos as just a phase.

You start questioning if YOU'RE the problem for wanting more peace and joy as a family.

Backed into a corner, you either:

1. A) Snap at your child in fr...

Today we discuss the lessons our kids learn about body image. 

Screen time requires consistent conversations with our sensitive kids. 

I share my experience on today’s show. 

Watch here

Talk soon,
Megghan

You know that feeling when you're trying to get a good night's sleep, but there's a tiny feather in your bed which keeps poking you?

It's irritating, isn't it?

You most likely toss and turn, adjust and re-adjust, until you finally find a comfortable position.

You might be wondering, what does a pesky feather have to do with parenting a highly sensitive or neurodivergent child?

Well, think of the world as that bed, and your child as the person trying to sleep in it.

Just as the feather is barely noticeable to a regular sleeper, everyday stimuli can be overwhelming for highly sensitive children.

They are tuned into the world at a different frequency.

Noises might seem louder, lights brighter, smells stronger, and emotions more intense.

It's like they're living in high-definition while the rest of us are in standard definition.

But here's the thing.

This isn't a bad thing.

In fact, it's a gift.

Think about it.

A highly sensitive child ca...

Hey there,

I was recently interviewed by Miriam Fernández, Co-founderb& Co-director

Nirakara Mindfulness Institute, located in Spain. 

I had a lot of fun exploring The Science of Highly Sensitive Children ("La ciencia de los niños altamente sensibles").

We shed light on the history behind the study of sensitivity and provide valuable insights on how to support and nurture these extraordinary children.

Please note that while the interview is spoken in English, the video has been transcribed in Spanish, ensuring that language will not be a barrier to accessing this valuable information.

I encourage you to watch!

"La ciencia de los niños altamente sensibles"

Thank you for being a part of our community!

Let's be honest for a moment, shall we?

As a parent, you dream of your child’s success, their happiness, and a future filled with endless possibilities.

Yet, if your kid is struggling with test anxiety, I bet you wonder how long it will take to get your kid to stop putting so much pressure on themselves.

The knot in your stomach as you watch your child crumble under the weight of their worries, 

their confidence shattered, 

their potential obscured by the dark clouds of doubt doesn’t help, does it?

It's a heart-wrenching scene that plays out time and time again, test after test, meltdown after meltdown. 

And with each episode, I know you can't help but wonder, "Am I failing as a parent? Is there something more I could be doing?"

The truth is, you're not alone, and I know you didn’t force this pressure on your kid. 

If your child is sensitive, rest assured that countless families just like yours are grappling with this very same challenge…

Eagerly seeking a solution to end the...