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  • Six Early Clues Before a Meltdown (and 60‑Second Moves That Work)

    Six Early Clues Before a Meltdown (and 60‑Second Moves That Work)
    Jan 13 2026
    Two nights ago a parent texted: "He went from fine to full meltdown in 90 seconds and I froze." This episode reframes that moment by showing how most big outbursts leave small, learnable clues. I name six concrete, observable early signals—physiology shifts (breath, face), language changes, routine hiccups, sensory reactions, withdrawal, and repeat triggers—and give short, age‑adapted examples. Then I model three practical 60‑second micro‑moves you can use immediately: a brief validation + breath cue, a tiny environmental nudge, and a simplified two‑choice script, with verbatim lines for toddler, school‑age child and teen and tone notes so caregivers can copy what fits. The episode includes neurodiversity and cultural adaptation guidance, production cues to practice aloud, a simple one‑week metric to track impact, safety red flags, and a free downloadable one‑sheet so listeners can try one micro‑move tonight and share results with #OneMinuteChange.
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    9 min
  • After the Outburst: The 90-Second Repair That Actually Works

    After the Outburst: The 90-Second Repair That Actually Works
    Jan 7 2026
    This short episode gives parents a tiny, practical roadmap for the minutes, hours and days after a big meltdown so safety, connection and limits can all survive the storm. I normalize the mess, introduce a counterintuitive insight—why staying perfectly calm can sometimes make repair harder—and teach a 90-second repair script you can use immediately. Example line you can borrow: "I’m here. I’m sorry you’re upset—let’s breathe together." The guidance is explicitly adaptable for ages 2–16 with two brief sample scripts (toddler and teen) and clear cues for when to pause. You’ll get three scriptable steps (quick safety check, the 90-second repair, and a tiny follow-up conversation), two low-effort experiments to try the next day, and red flags for professional support. Tone is compassionate and practical: no perfection required. Close with a short signature cue and a clear subscribe ask so listeners can build these durable habits over time.
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    6 min
  • The Pre-Flight Brief: 3 Lines to Calm Mornings, Bedtime and Big Transitions

    The Pre-Flight Brief: 3 Lines to Calm Mornings, Bedtime and Big Transitions
    Jan 8 2026
    This episode is for parents bracing for the next predictable storm — mornings that blow up when you’re late, bedtime that turns into a battle, or the meltdown that follows a tricky transition. I normalise the fatigue and the guilt, then offer one core idea: a tiny pre‑flight ritual performed before a known trigger reduces friction and preserves safety and relationship. You’ll learn three simple lines (short, age-adaptable phrases), how to set the timing and tone so they land, and two environmental nudges that make the words work without extra willpower. I walk through quick scripts for toddlers, school‑agers and teens, plus troubleshooting when a line feels hollow (sensory issues, testing, or extreme dysregulation). Finish with two experiments to try tomorrow, clear signs to pause, and a grounding close so you can practise without pressure.
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    8 min
  • Breathable Boundaries: 3 Lines That Stop Power Struggles

    Breathable Boundaries: 3 Lines That Stop Power Struggles
    Jan 9 2026
    This episode gives parents one clear definition of 'breathable': firm, predictable limits delivered with dignity, choice, and consistent follow-through—not permissive softness. You'll learn three core scripts (Hold, Invite, Consequence) with verbatim examples you can copy: toddler Hold: 'Shoes on now; you can pick red or blue.' Teen Consequence: 'If you're not home by 10, you won't get the ride tomorrow.' I coach exact tone, pacing, and body language so words land when voices rise, and include a 20–30s neurodiversity/sensory adaptation example (visual timer, shorter sentences, space to move). Two micro-practices let you rehearse scripts in low-stress moments and two low-effort experiments to try this week measure progress. Practical co-parent alignment steps and a one-page downloadable script sheet make follow-through easier. Close with a simple grounding cue and a clear CTA: 'For more quick tools, subscribe and download the one-page script sheet at [link].'
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    7 min
  • The Parent Reset: 3 Micro-Routines to Calm Your Rising Before It Fuels the Storm

    The Parent Reset: 3 Micro-Routines to Calm Your Rising Before It Fuels the Storm
    Jan 12 2026
    This episode is for parents who feel their own pulse kick in and worry they’ll say or do the thing that escalates a small moment into a full storm. I name the moment — that split second when your body is already rising — and normalise the biological pull to react. The core idea is simple: small, repeatable parent resets change the physiology that fuels escalation, so your limits land without shame or shouting. I teach three micro‑routines you can use in 30–90 seconds (a breath anchoring sequence, a short internal script that redirects blame, and a tiny environmental reset), show exactly when to use each one, and give two quick rehearsal exercises to build the habit. I offer age and neurodiversity adaptations, short co‑parent coordination tips, and a grounding close so you can practise without pressure. Subscribe to keep building one small habit at a time.
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    7 min
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