#childanxiety

What Is Rainbow Grounding and Why Is It Perfect for Anxious Children? By Susan George

Big emotions can be difficult for children to understand. One minute everything's fine, the next there's a meltdown over a missing sock, a game not going their way, etc. When worry, fear or frustration takes over, it can feel as though those feelings are too big to manage. During moments like these, gentle grounding activities such as rainbow grounding offers...

How to Help Anxious Children Switch Off at Night Using Worry Time By Susan George

Fights with friends, pressure over schoolwork, family situations, body changes can swirl around in young minds long after adults think the day’s problems have passed. At night, when distractions fade and the mind winds down, those worries often arise. This can lead to difficulty falling asleep, frequent wake-ups, and emotional meltdowns that appear to come “out of nowhere”. Most parents want...