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How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids

A Practical Guide to Becoming a Calmer, Happier Parent

Carla Naumburg

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How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids
Understanding the Meltdown
Why We Lose It
The Cost of Toxic Explosions
Managing Triggers
Nature of Triggers
Shift Your Focus
Identify Early Signs
The Power of Doing Less
Avoid Multitasking
Embrace Single-Tasking
Manage Distractions
The Three Non-Negotiables
Prioritize Sleep
Build Support Systems
Practice Self-Compassion
Taking Intentional Breaks
Prevent Burnout
Foster Independence
Types of Space
The 3-Step Emergency Strategy
Step 1: Notice
Step 2: Pause
Step 3: Do Anything Else

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According to the text, what is often the underlying cause of a parent's automatic, intense meltdown?

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How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids Summary & Overview

How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids (2019) is a guide for parents looking to manage their frustration and stay calm when dealing with challenging parenting moments. It offers practical advice for identifying triggers, practicing mindfulness, and reducing stress to foster more peaceful interactions with children. Through humor and empathy, it helps parents build emotional resilience and self-compassion.

Who Should Listen to How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids?

  • Parents struggling to manage daily parenting stress
  • Caregivers seeking practical strategies for staying calm
  • Anyone experiencing frequent frustration with their children

About the Author: Carla Naumburg

Carla Naumburg, PhD, is a clinical social worker and parenting expert known for her accessible and relatable advice on managing the challenges of parenthood. Her expertise lies in mindfulness and self-compassion, which she integrates into her work to help parents reduce stress and stay calm. She is also the author of other best-selling books, including Parenting in the Present Moment and Ready, Set, Breathe, both of which focus on mindful parenting strategies.

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