Ep4. How Do You Handle Big Feelings Without Losing It?
- Nina Visic
- May 14
- 2 min read
Updated: May 29
In this episode, we explore why emotional regulation is challenging for both parents and children - and what you can do to shift from reactive to responsive.
You’ll learn:
Why kids struggle with emotional regulation (and why we do too)
What co-regulation really looks like in everyday parenting
The key difference between reacting and responding
The importance of naming feelings—and how it helps calm the brain
A simple tool you can try today to bring more calm into emotional moments
Why this episode matters
Big feelings don’t have to lead to big blow-ups. When you understand what’s going on in the brain and have practical tools to guide your child through tough moments, you can create more connection - even in the chaos.
Take home action
The next time you or your child are feeling big emotions, try the “Name It to Tame It” technique. Simply name the feeling—out loud if you can. This simple step can help both you and your child process emotions more calmly and move forward with greater understanding.
Take the next step
Ready to go deeper? Grab my Big Feelings Masterclass—a practical, self-paced resource packed with tools to help you and your child manage big emotions with confidence and calm. Available now for $37.
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Let’s connect
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About the Host:
Your Calm Parenting Path is hosted by Nina, a mindful parenting coach and mum of three. She helps overwhelmed parents shift from chaos to calm using simple, science-backed tools and a big dose of compassion—because peaceful parenting isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence.
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