This episode is sponsored by Mini Minds Matter. Find out more here: https://www.minimindsmatter.org.uk/ 

In recent years, there has been a shift in how we approach children's emotional development, moving away from measures such as "time out" towards a more holistic, supportive approach that helps children navigate and manage their emotions. This podcast episode and article explores the importance of emotional intelligence for both children and adults, emphasising the roles of self-regulation and co-regulation in fostering emotional growth. It highlights the need for both parents and practitioners to develop emotional awareness and regulation strategies, in order to create a stable and supportive environment for children's emotional development.

Read Julie’s and Charlotte’s article here:

https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/its-not-time-out-its-time-in-for-both-of-us/

If you enjoyed this episode you might also want to listen to and read:

Self-regulation, co-regulation and mental health, by Dr Mine Conkbayir: https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/self-regulation-co-regulation-and-mental-health/

Episode break down:

00:00 – Why is “time out” not healthy? 07:00 – Connect rather than reject 08:00 – An adult’s self-regulation 11:00 – Creating acceptance 11:50 – What does ‘time in’/co-regulation mean? 19:30 – Tips for regulating anger 22:00 – Mini Minds Matter: What is it? 30:00 – Why we shouldn’t say ‘be a big boy’ 32:40 – No emotion is negative or positive 34:30 – Equipping children with tools for self-regulation 39:30 – Don’t be furious, be curious 41:00 – Self-regulation for the adult

For more episodes and articles visit The Voice of Early Childhood website: https://www.thevoiceofearlychildhood.com