Children are small for only a short time, so it's essential to build strong, trusting connections with them. These bonds help children feel secure and understood, leading to better behavior and positive self-expression. When children know they are valued, they thrive emotionally and socially.
As parents, it can be triggering to hear our children crying, and we want it to stop. But WE need to explore why we are feeling that way. In the moment when our children are crying, we need to validate and support their emotions.
CHUMS: Here to Help Guide You Through Life’s Greatest Adventure
"Parenting: One Week at a Time, One Lesson at a Time" is a new CHUMS feature that highlights the rewarding yet challenging journey of raising young children, particularly during the vibrant preschool years, where the mind blossoms and undergoes profound transformations. During this phase, your little ones brim with boundless energy and insatiable curiosity, leading them on adventures that can be wondrous or, at times, a bit unpredictable and chaotic. Establishing limits and boundaries is crucial for their development. But don’t worry; you don’t have to navigate this journey on your own. We are here to guide you!
Starting today, we’ll share weekly insights and tips designed to help you support your preschooler gracefully while building a strong, trusting relationship with your child. Our first highlight is the well-known Conscious Discipline, a method we frequently utilize here at CHUMS for classroom management and fostering connections. Not familiar with it?
Conscious Discipline is a holistic approach that combines social-emotional learning, discipline, and self-regulation. It teaches children about their big emotions and how to capably (for a preschooler) deal with them. We employ these practices daily with your children and want to share with you. Conscious Discipline’s four key components include:
• Brain State Model: Understanding how emotions impact behavior.
• Seven Powers for Conscious Adults: Transforming discipline into opportunities for skill-building.
• Creating the School Family: Fostering compassionate connections.
• Seven Skills of Discipline: Utilizing social-emotional learning for problem-solving.
With a focus on safety, connection, and problem-solving, Conscious Discipline equips children and parents with invaluable tools. To learn more about Conscious Discipline, visit their website at www.consciousdiscipline.com
CHUMS: Here to Help Guide You Through Life’s Greatest Adventure.
