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Overpowering Emotions Podcast: Helping Children and Teens Manage Big FeelsAuthor: Dr. Caroline Buzanko
Welcome to Overpowering Emotions with Dr. Caroline Buzanko, the podcast that empowers you to help children and teens master anxiety and other overwhelming emotions and boost their resilience. Driven by a passion to help children and teens become masters over their anxiety and other overwhelming emotions, Dr. Caroline is here to guide you on a journey of strengthening courage and resilience. In each episode, she dives into insightful conversations, practical strategies, and expert interviews to equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to help children and teens navigate their big feelings and develop emotional mastery. This podcast is your go-to resource. It's time to strengthen our collective ability to empower the younger generation. A focus on developing skills for long-term well-being is at the heart of each podcast episode. About Dr. CarolineDr. 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 also sought after by professionals and educators looking for effective training and approaches to optimally support the children they work with. As an Assistant Professor at Athabasca University, Dr. Caroline expertly integrates evidence-based research with practical, actionable strategies. This unique approach ensures that her teachings are grounded in scientific evidence while remaining accessible and applicable to everyday situations. Through this blend of theory and practice, Dr. Caroline empowers her audience to apply these insights effectively in both clinical settings and daily interactions, significantly enhancing the outcomes for children and teens. Language: en Genres: Education, Health & Fitness, Mental Health Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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236. Why Doesn’t Reassurance Work for Anxiety and Big Feelings?
Monday, 13 April, 2026
Helping children manage big emotions doesn’t start in the moment of meltdown—it starts long before.In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline breaks down how self-monitoring builds emotional regulation from the inside out. You’ll learn how naming feelings with precision keeps the brain online, why body signals matter more than behaviour alone, and how small daily check-ins can prevent overwhelm before it escalates.Dr. Caroline shares practical tools like feelings wheels, body mapping, coping cards, and self-coaching journals, along with real-life examples from parenting and clinical work. She also addresses a common trap—rescuing kids too quickly—and explains how to support without taking over.This episode is essential listening for educators, parents, and mental health professionals who want to help children and teens build lasting emotional skills, increase independence, and feel more in control of their reactions.Homework Activities for AdultsDaily Emotion Check-InsAsk: “What are 3 feelings you had today?”Use visuals (feelings wheel, emoji chart)Resource: printable feelings wheel or fridge chartBody Awareness PracticePrompt: “What does your chest/tummy/hands feel like?”Do this during calm moments, not just stressResource: body map template (outline of body to label sensations)Before–After Coping ReflectionBefore: “How do you think you’ll feel?”After: “What worked? What didn’t?”Resource: simple rating scale (1–10)Self-Coaching JournalWrite phrases like:“I can do this”“I’m scared but I can handle it”Resource: notebook or printable journal prompts“Can’t Yet” ChallengeList “I can’t…” statementsAdd “yet”Move one item into action each weekAdult Modelling PracticeSay out loud:“I’m feeling overwhelmed—my chest feels tight. I’m going to slow down.”Keep it simple and containedBasic Needs CheckTrack:FoodWaterSleepResource: daily checklistEnjoying the show? Help out by rating this podcast on Apple to help others get access to this information too! apple.co/3ysFijh Follow Dr. Caroline YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carolinebuzankoIG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carolinebuzanko/ LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/dr-caroline-buzankoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCarolineBuzanko/Website: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/Resources: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/resources/articles-child-resilience-well-being-psychology/ Business inquiries: https://korupsychology.ca/contact-us/Want to learn more about helping kids strengthen their emotion regulation skills and problem-solving brains while boosting their confidence, independence, and resilience? Check out my many training opportunities! https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/upcoming-events/
