Counsellor's Corner


How can we help kids with self regulation?  Self regulation can look like:

-Staying calm when you feel upset

-Stopping to think before acting

-Paying attention 

-Staying focused on a goal or plan

-Waiting or delaying gratification

-Adapting to change

-Cooperating with others

As young children develop, parents can model self regulation by:

-Managing our own stress

-Teaching skills for coping

-Having realistic expectations 

-Encouraging self control and waiting

-Providing structure for success

-Identifying coping skills:  see the Kelso Choice Wheel above!



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