This is a re-record of a foundation episode, episode 7

The brain has two modes- connection or protection.

Protective behaviors include opposition, defiance, aggression- basically, any behavior that doesn't invite connection.

If we want to help shift our children's oppositional behaviors, we must first help their brain shift out of protection and into protection!

You can read more on my blog: robyngobbel.com/connectionorprotection/

Resources mentioned on the podcast:

• Match the Energy Not the Dysregulation ep 155
• Felt Safety Series- starts at ep 161
• Boundaries Series starts at ep 111
• Oppositional Behavior Series starts at 156
• All Behavior Makes Sense ep 198
• Focus on the Nervous System webinar

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