02/03/2026
Is your child’s "Engine" struggling?
We’ve been in this for three days now. The initial adrenaline is gone, and what’s left is nervous system exhaustion.
If your child is suddenly more aggressive, more tearful, or "checking out," it’s not because they are being "bad." It’s because their brain's internal engine is struggling to find the "Green Zone."
Here is a manual for the "Brain Mechanic"
Remember the Guard Dog, Snail, and Owl from my previous post? (Check the comments). While those tools help during the siren, managing the "Engine" is how we get through the rest of the day.
Stay safe!
Nofar Schottlender | LiCBT therapist | Neuroscientist
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