Ever tried to hide your mood from a child?
Spoiler alert: they can pick up on it from a mile away!
Welcome to a quick dive into the mysterious world of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, where everything is interconnected and your vibe really does attract your tribe—even if that tribe is just one curious kiddo.
Today, we’re unpacking the idea that you can’t pull off an attitude in stealth mode.
Kids are little energy detectives, picking up every unspoken vibe, judgment, and eyebrow raise you throw their way.
So, if you’re feeling cranky and think you can mask it, you’re barking up the wrong tree!
From thought to feeling to behavior, it’s a chain reaction that starts in your head and ripples out into the world.
In fact, your negative thoughts could be planting seeds of self-doubt in those little minds, leading them to think they’re just not good enough.
With a little science and a lot of heart, I’ll show you how to shift that energy and create a safe space for kids to express what’s buzzing in their minds.
Ready to flip the script?
Let’s get this conversation—if you can call it that—started!
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This Week’s TurnAround is: You Can’t Hide Your Vibe!
Ever think you can fake a smile and not have a kid notice?
Spoiler alert: they have radar for that!
Kids are like little emotional ninjas—sensing every bit of your mood and attitude, even if you think you’re keeping it under wraps.
Here’s the truth: what you think directly affects what they feel, and that, my friend, drives their behavior.
They might pick up on your judgmental energy faster than you can say “timeouts!”
Imagine you’re having a tough day.
You think, “I’m not cut out for this,” and suddenly, your vibe shifts.
The little one senses the change, spirals into self-doubt, and suddenly it’s World War III with LEGO bricks.
So, what can you do?
Be mindful of your thoughts!
Start the day with a positive mantra—something fun like “I’m a rockstar parent!”
When you shift your mindset, you shift the energy in the room.
Remember, every thought creates a vibe, and that vibe can either nurture or nag.
Let’s make it nurture, and watch those little hearts open up.
Ready to be the vibe they need?
Let’s go!
Your vibe’s a magnet—make it attract joy, not chaos!
And above all else, have some FUN with this!
Reaching out …
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