{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/651250ce5e38910011b174b8/6754ba9b9d3ff0bbac5b3089?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"64: When Meltdowns Turn Physical: How to Handle Hitting, Throwing, Kicking, And Keeping Your Cool","description":"<p>This episode is inspired by a really thoughtful comment from a listener on our last episode over on YouTube.</p><p><br></p><p>They asked about one of the toughest parenting challenges: how to handle meltdowns when your child gets physically aggressive—hitting, kicking, or even breaking things.</p><p><br></p><p>Parenting through aggression and meltdowns is arguably the hardest thing we face.</p><p><br></p><p>Alex (the husband's back!) and I dive into the question from a listener: <em>How do you handle it when a child melts down and gets physically aggressive?</em></p><p><br></p><p>We’re sharing our own experiences with this, including how we’ve navigated hitting, kicking, and even destructive behaviour using emotional intelligence and compassion. </p><p><br></p><p>We go through step-by-step strategies for handling those tough moments—like during transitions or when switching off a device—while holding firm boundaries around unsafe or hurtful actions.</p><p><br></p><p>We also clear up some big confusion around consequences: when they’re helpful, when they’re not, and why punishments and holding a grudge can actually backfire. </p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever struggled to keep your cool during your child’s meltdowns, this episode is full of relatable insights and practical tips to help you feel more calm and in control.</p><p><br></p><p>Have you seen my 5 new online self-paced courses on Emotional Intelligence and parenting?! They're all 50-89% off right now!!!</p><p><br></p><ol><li>Introduction to Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids</li><li>From Reactive To Responsive Parenting: End The Yelling With Emotional Intelligence</li><li>Supporting Anxious and Sensitive Kids</li><li>Decoding and Defusing Challenging Behaviour</li><li>EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques)</li></ol><p><br></p><p>Find them at stephaniepinto.com</p><p><br></p><p>***</p><p><br></p><p>If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at hello@stephaniepinto.com and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are over 130,000 parents in the community! 🎉</p><p>➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkids</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Hi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.com</p><p>Or stalk me on the socials...</p><p>Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parent</p><p>FB: fb.com/stephpinto</p>","author_name":"Stephanie Pinto"}