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Dr. Caroline Buzanko
Канада
Добавлен 2 авг 2014
Helping parents, educators, and mental health professionals build kids' courage and resilience.
About Dr. Caroline
Dr. Caroline is a psychologist, mother, public speaker, and the Yoda of anxiety. With over 25 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to supporting children, teens, and their families in enhancing their lives by strengthening confidence and resilience. Her expertise is sought after by professionals and educators looking for effective approaches to optimally support children and teens. As an Assistant Professor at Athabasca University, Dr. Caroline expertly integrates evidence-based practice with practical, actionable strategies to make scientific evidence accessible and applicable to everyday situations. Through this blend of theory and practice, Dr. Caroline empowers her audience to apply these insights effectively in clinical and educational settings as well as everyday interactions, significantly enhancing the outcomes for children and teens.
About Dr. Caroline
Dr. Caroline is a psychologist, mother, public speaker, and the Yoda of anxiety. With over 25 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to supporting children, teens, and their families in enhancing their lives by strengthening confidence and resilience. Her expertise is sought after by professionals and educators looking for effective approaches to optimally support children and teens. As an Assistant Professor at Athabasca University, Dr. Caroline expertly integrates evidence-based practice with practical, actionable strategies to make scientific evidence accessible and applicable to everyday situations. Through this blend of theory and practice, Dr. Caroline empowers her audience to apply these insights effectively in clinical and educational settings as well as everyday interactions, significantly enhancing the outcomes for children and teens.
How can we help kids set resilience goals?
As this year comes to a close, it is important for kids to reflect on their growth and set meaningful resilience goals for the year ahead. From celebrating small victories to creating intentions that feel manageable and encouraging, I cover actionable ways to support kids in becoming more confident and capable. Tune in for simple strategies to spark important conversations and foster resilience that lasts.
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How can strong relationships build lifelong resilience in kids?
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In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, I revisit the foundational elements of raising resilient kids just in time for the holiday season. Learn how to create strong connections with your children through warmth, validation, and intentional interactions. Discover why secure attachments are crucial for emotional regulation and lifelong success and gain actionable tips to strengthen bonds durin...
How can we turn holiday chaos into resilience?
Просмотров 1014 дней назад
The holidays can be a mix of joy and stress. In this special episode of Overpowering Emotions, we explore practical ways to strengthen resilience during the busiest time of the year. From setting realistic expectations to practicing gratitude and mindfulness, you’ll discover how to create meaningful moments, manage family dynamics, and build lasting traditions. Learn how to turn holiday challen...
How do we build resilience in kids with THIS 1 key skill?
Просмотров 2221 день назад
Today on Overpowering Emotions I recap a key skill in building emotional resilience. A key way to manage emotions during stress, foster mindfulness, and encourage kids to tackle challenges head-on. Learn how to help your children build their resilience toolkit, face unpredictable moments, and embrace growth through adversity. Plus, this week’s reflective homework will help kids recognize how fa...
Is focusing on kids feelings too much making things worse? Part 2
Просмотров 1528 дней назад
Today on Overpowering Emotions: Part 2 of why over-focusing on children’s emotions might do more harm than good (recast from the podcast, Parents of the Year). We also discuss practical strategies for helping kids navigate life’s ups and downs without being overwhelmed by their feelings. Tune in for another insightful conversation on fostering independence and emotional strength in your children.
Is focusing on kids' feelings making things worse? Part 1
Просмотров 29Месяц назад
Today on Overpowering Emotions I decided to recast a two-part series from Parents of the Year where Andrew and I talked about how an overemphasis on children’s feelings might be doing more harm than good. This is part 1. While it’s crucial to acknowledge and respect our kids' feelings, constantly focusing on their emotional states can inadvertently lead to dependency and a lack of resilience. J...
How can sounds help kids recognize and manage big emotions?
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In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, I welcome special guest Bridgette Melton, an educator, children's author, and trauma resilience expert, to discuss a unique approach to emotion recognition through auditory awareness. Together, we explore the importance of helping kids identify their feelings without judgment and the role of auditory cues in fostering resilience. Drawing from her book A...
Is breaking up positive experiences they key to long-lasting joy?
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In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, we dive into the brain's natural ability to adapt to stimuli, known as habituation, and how it can be used to enhance positive experiences while managing unpleasant ones. Dr. Caroline Buzanko shares practical tips for breaking up enjoyable moments to boost long-term happiness and for pushing through tough tasks without taking breaks. From handling anxie...
Are we pushing kids to be perfectionists?
Просмотров 282 месяца назад
Perfectionism can silently shape how kids see themselves, and it often starts with the expectations we unintentionally set. In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline Buzanko breaks down how even well-meaning actions can send kids the wrong message, tying their self-worth to performance instead of effort. From focusing too much on results to setting unrealistic behavioural expectati...
Are we accidentally teaching kids to be perfectionists?
Просмотров 162 месяца назад
Today on #OverpoweringEmotions, Dr. Caroline discusses how parental perfectionism spills over to kids, creating a cycle of anxiety, fear of failure, and unrealistic expectations. Dr. Caroline shares personal insights on recognizing perfectionist tendencies in ourselves, the negative effects on kids, and, most importantly, practical ways to break this cycle. Learn how to model self-compassion, c...
How can kids master their emotions like pro athletes?
Просмотров 222 месяца назад
In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, we continue our journey beyond perfectionism and discuss how to help kids use those perfectionistic, binary, all-or-nothing thoughts to their advantage. I share insights from sports psychology to help kids stop freezing up under pressure and instead focus on what they can control-effort, action, and showing up. Learn how to turn rigid thinking into grow...
Are kids stuck in a perfectionist loop? Help them break free!
Просмотров 262 месяца назад
Are kids stuck in a perfectionist loop? Help them break free!
Is this ONE thing sabotaging a child's mental health?
Просмотров 303 месяца назад
Is this ONE thing sabotaging a child's mental health?
How can structured activities (like dance) boost emotional resilience?
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How can structured activities (like dance) boost emotional resilience?
How can self-care boost kids’ resilience and how can you encourage it?
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How can self-care boost kids’ resilience and how can you encourage it?
How can kids turn anxiety into problem-solving power?
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How can kids turn anxiety into problem-solving power?
What are the unseen impacts of soothing anxious kids?
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What are the unseen impacts of soothing anxious kids?
How can tailored wellness strategies enhance resilience in children and teens?
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How can tailored wellness strategies enhance resilience in children and teens?
How can kids channel their inner Avengers to master emotional regulation?
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How can kids channel their inner Avengers to master emotional regulation?
How do internal cues help kids master their emotions?
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How do internal cues help kids master their emotions?
Why is understanding emotions key to emotion regulation?
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Why is understanding emotions key to emotion regulation?
How can mindfulness, acceptance, and fear extinction create an anxiety-proof brain?
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How can mindfulness, acceptance, and fear extinction create an anxiety-proof brain?
Why is acceptance so important to help kids master emotion regulation?
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Why is acceptance so important to help kids master emotion regulation?
How do we help kids build self-awareness to master emotion regulation?
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How do we help kids build self-awareness to master emotion regulation?
What is the most important core skill kids need to master emotion regulation?
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What is the most important core skill kids need to master emotion regulation?
What are the key stages of resilience and how can we navigate them?
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What are the key stages of resilience and how can we navigate them?
How do family dynamics influence resilience?
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How do family dynamics influence resilience?
How can a dialectical approach nurture family resilience?
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How can a dialectical approach nurture family resilience?
How can mindful parenting transform emotional well-being and resilience?
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How can mindful parenting transform emotional well-being and resilience?