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Kids act like kids because they are kids. Their brains are still developing, and they’re learning how to navigate big fe...
07/23/2025

Kids act like kids because they are kids. Their brains are still developing, and they’re learning how to navigate big feelings and the world around them. It’s not their job to always get it right. And here’s the truth: we aren’t judged by our children’s behavior. We’re judged by our behavior in response to theirs.

When we’re able to pause, regulate our emotions, and respond with calm, even when we’re stressed or triggered, we offer our children the greatest gift: co-regulation. We don’t just tell them how to manage their emotions, we show them. In doing so, we model emotional resilience, patience, and the power of self-control.

L.R. Knost

🙁Sometimes, without even realizing it, parents can become their child's first bully. Not out of ill intent, but from usi...
07/22/2025

🙁Sometimes, without even realizing it, parents can become their child's first bully. Not out of ill intent, but from using harsh discipline, shame-based language, or punishment passed down through generations.

Many repeat the behaviors and words they were taught: “Tough love,” “Stop crying,” “You’re being too sensitive.” “Don’t talk about your emotions- your fear,” etc. The list goes on. These phrases might seem small, but they can leave lasting emotional marks.

It's time to break the cycle.
Instead of shame - use connection.
Instead of punishment - teach skills.
Instead of silence - listen.

These patterns can leave kids feeling anxious, unloved, or not good enough, impacting their mental health and self-confidence well into adulthood.

🛑 But when we choose to break the cycle, kids learn they are worthy, safe, and capable. They grow up with stronger emotional health, better relationships, and the confidence to face life’s challenges.

It’s up to us to heal what was handed down and raise a generation of resilient, empowered kids. 💛

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😴 Bedtime can be exhausting, and some nights feel never-ending. But I know this season won’t last forever….one day, my k...
07/21/2025

😴 Bedtime can be exhausting, and some nights feel never-ending. But I know this season won’t last forever….one day, my kids will be grown and won’t need me in the same way. So I do my best to soak it in and pour into them while I can. That doesn’t mean I don’t get impatient sometimes, but I also know that the hugs, the stories, and lying beside them until they drift off are building something powerful: a deep sense of safety, love, and trust. ♥️

Yes! Biggest Parenting Win!🏆 👏 💯
07/18/2025

Yes! Biggest Parenting Win!🏆 👏 💯

It’s never too late… ⏰ ♥️
07/17/2025

It’s never too late… ⏰ ♥️

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07/16/2025

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07/16/2025

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💡 Kids need to know they can come to us when they've done something wrong because that builds trust, emotional safety, a...
07/15/2025

💡 Kids need to know they can come to us when they've done something wrong because that builds trust, emotional safety, and resilience. If they fear our reaction, they’ll hide mistakes, bottle up emotions, or seek guidance elsewhere, often from less reliable sources. But when they know we’re safe, even in the tough moments, they learn:

1. Accountability without shame - They can own up to missteps without fearing punishment or rejection. That’s how they develop integrity.

2. Mistakes are part of learning - Kids internalize that messing up is normal…not something to fear, but something to learn from.

3. Open communication is safe - If we’re approachable when they’re at their worst, they’ll trust us when life gets really hard.

4. They’re unconditionally loved - Our reaction teaches them that love isn’t based on performance…it’s based on who they are.

🌟 Fear may lead to short-term obedience, but connection leads to lifelong trust. A child who is afraid to come to you learns to hide, lie, or shut down. But a child who isn’t afraid to come to you after making a mistake learns they’re safe, loved, and accepted, no matter what. 💯

The Therapist Parent

✨ The words we whisper before they sleep become the voice they carry when they wake.Let’s use that quiet, magical moment...
07/13/2025

✨ The words we whisper before they sleep become the voice they carry when they wake.
Let’s use that quiet, magical moment at bedtime to plant seeds of self-worth and confidence. 🌱💤

Try ending the night with:
💖 You are kind
💪 You are strong
🎯 You are capable
💫 You are smart
🌟 You are loved, just as you are

These simple affirmations help build a foundation of emotional strength that lasts a lifetime.

What bedtime words do you want your child to carry in their heart?

💡 Also, check out our private group - link in the comments - to help kids learn affirmations through fun educational videos and interactive exercises!

Compliment little kids! Teach them to do good and love themselves too. 💯
07/11/2025

Compliment little kids! Teach them to do good and love themselves too. 💯

😡 🔥 Anger is often misunderstood as something to be suppressed or punished, but it's really a messenger. Especially for ...
07/11/2025

😡 🔥 Anger is often misunderstood as something to be suppressed or punished, but it's really a messenger. Especially for children, anger is a signal that something deeper is going on: a boundary has been crossed, a need isn’t being met, or a feeling like sadness, fear, or powerlessness is hiding underneath.

When kids check in with these signals, either on their own or with the help of a trusted adult, they can start to uncover what the anger is trying to say. Maybe it’s telling them “I feel unheard,” or “That wasn’t fair,” or “I’m overwhelmed and don’t know what to do.” For an older child, or even the inner child in all of us — this kind of reflection can transform anger from an outburst into insight.

Helping a child explore the roots of their anger means creating space for curiosity, not judgment. Ask questions like :

• "What happened just before you got mad?"
• "What were you needing or hoping for?"
• "Did something feel unfair or hurtful?"

The goal isn’t to erase the anger, but to understand it so it can guide the child toward clarity, healing, and better choices.

Infographics : Dr. Shefali 🙏

Foster a Growth Mindset in Kids and Watch Them Thrive! 🌱✨Encouraging children to develop a growth mindset helps them und...
07/10/2025

Foster a Growth Mindset in Kids and Watch Them Thrive! 🌱✨

Encouraging children to develop a growth mindset helps them understand that abilities and intelligence can improve with effort, practice, and perseverance. Unlike a fixed mindset, which assumes talents and traits are set in stone, a growth mindset inspires a love of learning and builds resilience.

Use the 9 growth mindset statements in this graphic to guide kids in shifting their thinking. With regular practice, they’ll start to see challenges as opportunities and mistakes as part of learning.

Benefits of a growth mindset for children:

• Greater motivation to learn and try new things
• Increased resilience when facing setbacks
• Improved problem-solving and critical thinking
• Boosted confidence and self-belief
• Higher levels of happiness and achievement
• More curiosity and a positive attitude toward challenges

🌱 Nurturing this mindset early helps children build lifelong skills for success, both in and out of the classroom.

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