Struggling with your child's impulsive behavior?

In this episode, I share 6 game-changing strategies to help children break free from autopilot reactions and develop better impulse control. Whether your child has ADHD, anxiety, or gets emotionally dysregulated, these techniques will help them pause, think, and respond more thoughtfully.

I'll walk you through my traffic light zone system to identify when your child needs support most, plus teach you practical tools like the STOP method, 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique, and my favorite snap card game that makes learning impulse control fun.

These strategies work for neurotypical kids too - and they're just as valuable for us parents when we find ourselves reacting on autopilot. Remember: the brain is a muscle, and with practice, we can all get stronger at managing our impulses.

Key topics covered:

• Understanding impulsivity vs impulses
• The red, amber, green zone system
• 6 practical strategies you can start using today
• Why starting with low-stakes situations is crucial
• How to model impulse control for your children

If you’re a parent of children with ADHD, anxiety, or any child who struggles with big emotions and reactive behaviors, then this episode will be especially relevant.

So find a comfy seat, pour yourself a cuppa, and enjoy the conversation…

Highlights from this episode:

01:02 - The 4 traits of impulsivity

04:09 - Red amber and green zones

09:04 - The brain is a muscle

11:29 - Start with low stakes and easy wins

13:09 - 3 things you can do right now

19:56 - 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

22:55 - STOP

27:26 - Children do what they see

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