230+ Emotional Self-Regulation Tools for Kids to Try
From the outside, emotional dysregulation can look like a huge reaction to something seemingly small (to the adult). Maybe it’s…
Coping Skills
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What Is the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique (And Why Does It Matter)?
The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique is a simple, sensory-based mindfulness practice that helps kids feel calm, present, and in control. It teaches them to connect with the environment through their five senses—sight, touch, hearing, smell, and taste. Grounding is a useful coping tool for anyone who experiences sensory overload, anxiety, or emotional dysregulation. It’s often practiced…
Teaching Kids to Breathe – Simple Deep Breathing Activities for Kids
Deep breathing activities are an excellent way to help children regulate their emotions and manage stress. These simple yet effective…
How to Build the Ultimate “Back to Baseline” Toolkit for Emotional Regulation
Welcome to Part Six of the “Back to Baseline” series! In this installment, we focus on creating a personalized “Back…
Sensory and Emotional Regulation Tools to Help Kids Get Back to Baseline
Welcome to part four of our seven-part series, “Getting Back to Baseline.” In part three, we talked about why regulation…