Raising Lifelong Learners

RLL #227: Coping with Stress | Supporting Kids and Teens


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In today's episode, Colleen tackles the important topic of managing worry in your homeschool. She shares the nature of stress, its impact on children and teens, and how it manifests in their behaviors. From emotional outbursts to academic challenges, she covers the signs of stress that parents should watch for.

She also shares practical strategies for parents, such as establishing routines, encouraging reengagement, promoting healthy habits, and practicing deep breathing. By fostering a positive and resilient environment, we can empower our kids to tackle challenges and develop lifelong learning skills.

Join us as we navigate the intricacies of homeschooling and discover effective ways to support our children through stressful times.

Our sponsor for today’s episode is  CTC Math 

  Links and Resources from Today’s Show
  • Raising Lifelong Learners Membership Community -  The Learners Lab
  • Original Article on Homeschooling Today Magazine
  • Raising Resilient Sons by Colleen Kessler, M.Ed.
  • Masterclass | Helping Your Child Manage Worry 
  • If He’s Really So Smart… Why Gifted Kids Struggle and What to Do About It 
  • Anxiety vs. Stress vs. Perfectionism: Helping Our Children Cope 
  • Prioritizing Self-Care is Important for You and Your Kids
  • The Power of Connecting with Your Kids in Homeschooling
  • Taming the Worry Dragon at GHC 
  • Books to Help Kids Who Worry
  • Helping Our Kids Self-Regulate with Sarah Collins
  • When the World Overwhelms Your Anxious Child | How You Can Help
  • How a Return to Outside Play Will Help Our Kids Thrive with Ginny Yurich

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