A few years ago, I talked with my daughter's third grade teacher about the schools social emotional learning program. She shared that kids were really opposed to use the deep breathing exercises — until the school counselor visited the classroom to explain how deep breathing literally changes what's going on in your brain. After that, not only were the students open to deep breathing exercises, but so was she!

Understanding the WHY behind different coping skills is absolutely necessary - because otherwise, we aren't super likely to use them.

This week we're talking about how the nervous system works, how to explain that to your kids, and more about why that's so helpful.

Show notes and transcript: https://mightyandbright.com/blogs/raising-resilience-podcast/205-why-understanding-the-nervous-system-is-key-for-emotional-intelligence

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