Todd and Cathy discuss how and why our kids trigger us, and how to lessen our reactivity and reframe our experiences. They also discuss the importance of gratitude and why we should learn to ride the waves and roll with the changes.

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2:20 Zen Parenting Moment

6:11 Todd’s quick takes (Do not disturb)

12:21 It triggers your shame/guilt

17:38 It causes you to question your parenting

24:08 You are taking the behavior personally

28:19 You have an unidentified need in the moment (hungry/tired)

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33:07 You feel your child is intentionally being disrespectful

41:41 You were already stressed/irritated

46:33 You expect they should know better

55:38 You feel a lack of control in the situation

58:25 Their big reactions trigger your anxiety or trauma

1:00:42 You didn’t realize the behavior was their way of communicating