18/08/2025
When a child suddenly goes from calm to meltdown mode, throws things when frustrated, or appears withdrawn and disconnected - their nervous system is trying to tell us something important. 🧐
We've been working with a little one who used to get so overwhelmed she'd bang her head and scream. For weeks, we focused on one thing: helping her feel safe. No demands, no pressure - just connection. Today she's laughing, engaging in pretend play, and even asking for help when she needs it.
The transformation happened when we stopped trying to fix behaviors and started understanding what her nervous system needed. Every child has a window of tolerance - some days it's wide open, other days it's barely a crack. Our job isn't to force it open, but to gently help it expand.
Learn how to read the signs when a child feels safe versus overwhelmed, what makes their window of tolerance smaller or bigger, and simple ways to support their nervous system at home in this post. These aren't just theories - they're real strategies that work with real children.
Connection always comes before correction. When children feel truly seen and understood, that's when real growth begins. Sometimes the most powerful interactions happen in the simplest moments. ❤️
