Bigemotions can be hard to navigate, even for the most caring, capable adults,whether you're a clinician, parent, educator, or community supporter. Whensomeone becomes overwhelmed, the brain's logical center goes offline, andtypical responses like reasoning or consequences often escalate the momentinstead of resolving it.
Thissession introduces the Be An EMPATH Method, a practical, neuroscience-informedsix-step framework for de-escalating big emotions, helping others feelunderstood, and guiding a return to problem-solving. You'll also learn Cope OutLoud, a strategy for modeling regulated responses in real time, and simpleself-care practices to stay grounded while supporting someone else through ahard moment. Walk away with real-world strategies you can use immediately,whether in session, at home, or in the community.
Objectives
Uponcompletion of this session, participants will be able to:
· Understand the purpose of emotionsand the brain science behind why big emotions shut down logical thinking, oftencausing typical responses like reasoning or consequences to escalate ratherthan resolve the situation.
· Apply the six steps of the Be AnEMPATH Method to help both children and clients settle, feel understood, andmove toward problem-solving.
· Usethe Cope Out Loud strategy and simple self-care habits to stay regulatedthemselves while supporting someone else through a big emotion.
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