You Can’t Talk Kids Out of Big Feelings (But You Can Give Them Tools), with Jon Fogel
You’re listening to Voices of Your Village, and today we’re talking about something every parent and educator runs into: what do we actually do when kids have big feelings?
In this episode, I’m joined by Jon Fogel, and we’re digging into emotional regulation, what it really looks like to help kids move through disappointment, frustration, fear, and overwhelm, and why we can’t wait until a child is melting down to start teaching those skills.
We talk about songs, games, sensory tools, and the power of practicing regulation in calm moments so kids have something to reach for when things get hard. Jon also shares the story behind his new children’s book, Set My Feelings Free, and why giving kids simple, repeatable tools can make such a difference.
Alright folks, let’s dive in.
Connect with Jon:
Instagram: @wholeparent
Website: wholeparentacademy.com
Order the book: Set My Feelings Free
Podcast: Whole Parent Podcast
Connect with us:
Instagram and TikTok: @seed.and.sew
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Order Big Kids, Bigger Feelings now!
Website: seedandsew.org
Credits:
Host: Alyssa Blask Campbell
Co-host: Rachel Lounder
Production/Editing: Kristin Mork-McVeigh
Graphics: Kayla Kurland-Davis/ Beki Rohrig
Music by: Ruby Adams and Bensound
