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14 | Turning Thoughts and Feelings into Faith-Filled Action: Emotional Regulation for Moms of Strong-Willed & Neurodivergent Kids
Parenting Beyond Meltdowns is Ranked in the Top 3% of Podcasts Worldwide!
Mama, what if your actions could tell you everything you need to know about your thoughts, your feelings, and even your true identity in Messiah?
In today’s episode, we’re talking about the choices we make—the ones that keep us stuck and the ones that move us forward—so you can step fully into being the mama the Father created you to be.
In This Episode
This week, we’re exploring the action part of the Creation Cycle—how your daily choices flow directly from your thoughts, emotions, and identity in Christ.
You’ll learn:
What buffering looks like (and how it keeps you stuck in survival mode).
How to recognize when you’re living from your false self (old man) instead of your true self (new man).
Why emotional regulation matters when raising a strong-willed or neurodivergent child (ADHD, ASD, ODD, PDA).
What it means to take faith-filled action—even when it feels uncomfortable.
How to let the Father renew your mind so your actions reflect who He says you are.
Faith Anchor
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
— Romans 12:2
Taking action in faith isn’t about striving harder—it’s about surrendering deeper.
When we act from our renewed identity, our choices begin to reflect love, patience, and connection instead of fear, frustration, or control.
Key Takeaways
Buffering (scrolling, snacking, overworking, etc.) is how we often avoid emotions—but awareness helps us face what’s really going on.
True Self vs. False Self: Your true self lives from love, grace, and abundance; your false self reacts from fear, lack, and self-protection.
Faith-Filled Action: Growth happens when we take imperfect action—when we show up with courage even in the middle of hard moments.
Emotional Regulation: You can’t control your child’s behavior, but you can control how you respond. This is what rebuilds connection and peace at home.
Challenge of the Week
Identify one area of your life where you’ve been buffering or numbing out—maybe through social media, food, or busyness.
This week, instead of avoiding the emotion, pause and allow it.Then take one small action that aligns with your true self—something that moves you closer to peace, presence, and connection with your child.
Ask yourself:
“Am I acting from fear, or am I acting from love?”
Every time you choose love, you’re becoming more of who the Father created you to be.
Favorite Quote from This Episode
“Your child doesn’t have to change for you to reclaim your peace. When you regulate your emotions and act from your true identity, you become the calm in your child’s storm.”
Listen & Connect
If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mama who’s walking through the storms of parenting a strong-willed or neurodivergent child.
Don’t forget to leave a review on Apple Podcasts—it helps other moms find Parenting Beyond Meltdowns and reminds them they’re not alone.
Links & Resources
Join Insiders List:
https://amandacalfee.com/page/insider-list
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/amandacalfee/
Email:
Facebook Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/anchoredmamas
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By Amanda Calfee - Christian Life Coach, Mama of Strong-willed & Neurodivergent KiddosParenting Beyond Meltdowns is Ranked in the Top 3% of Podcasts Worldwide!
Mama, what if your actions could tell you everything you need to know about your thoughts, your feelings, and even your true identity in Messiah?
In today’s episode, we’re talking about the choices we make—the ones that keep us stuck and the ones that move us forward—so you can step fully into being the mama the Father created you to be.
In This Episode
This week, we’re exploring the action part of the Creation Cycle—how your daily choices flow directly from your thoughts, emotions, and identity in Christ.
You’ll learn:
What buffering looks like (and how it keeps you stuck in survival mode).
How to recognize when you’re living from your false self (old man) instead of your true self (new man).
Why emotional regulation matters when raising a strong-willed or neurodivergent child (ADHD, ASD, ODD, PDA).
What it means to take faith-filled action—even when it feels uncomfortable.
How to let the Father renew your mind so your actions reflect who He says you are.
Faith Anchor
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
— Romans 12:2
Taking action in faith isn’t about striving harder—it’s about surrendering deeper.
When we act from our renewed identity, our choices begin to reflect love, patience, and connection instead of fear, frustration, or control.
Key Takeaways
Buffering (scrolling, snacking, overworking, etc.) is how we often avoid emotions—but awareness helps us face what’s really going on.
True Self vs. False Self: Your true self lives from love, grace, and abundance; your false self reacts from fear, lack, and self-protection.
Faith-Filled Action: Growth happens when we take imperfect action—when we show up with courage even in the middle of hard moments.
Emotional Regulation: You can’t control your child’s behavior, but you can control how you respond. This is what rebuilds connection and peace at home.
Challenge of the Week
Identify one area of your life where you’ve been buffering or numbing out—maybe through social media, food, or busyness.
This week, instead of avoiding the emotion, pause and allow it.Then take one small action that aligns with your true self—something that moves you closer to peace, presence, and connection with your child.
Ask yourself:
“Am I acting from fear, or am I acting from love?”
Every time you choose love, you’re becoming more of who the Father created you to be.
Favorite Quote from This Episode
“Your child doesn’t have to change for you to reclaim your peace. When you regulate your emotions and act from your true identity, you become the calm in your child’s storm.”
Listen & Connect
If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mama who’s walking through the storms of parenting a strong-willed or neurodivergent child.
Don’t forget to leave a review on Apple Podcasts—it helps other moms find Parenting Beyond Meltdowns and reminds them they’re not alone.
Links & Resources
Join Insiders List:
https://amandacalfee.com/page/insider-list
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/amandacalfee/
Email:
Facebook Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/anchoredmamas