The Dysregulated Child

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Exploring Dysregulation In Children 3 minute read We live in an overstimulating world, emotional regulation and focus is one of the most essential skills we can nurture in children. Yet, many children struggle with staying calm, focused, or in control during moments of stress, transitions, or sensor...

The Shy Child

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The Shy Child Anjali Kariappa Chengapa | 5 minute read You know that moment when someone asks your child a question and they suddenly seem to shrink? Maybe they hide behind your legs, look at the floor, or whisper so quietly no one can hear. Then comes the well-meaning comment: "Oh, she's just shy,"...

The Easily Frustrated Child

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The Easily Frustrated Child By Anjali Kariappa Chengapa | 5 minutes read You know that moment when your child completely loses it over something that seems so small to you? Maybe it's a broken crayon, a puzzle piece that won't fit, or being told they can't have a snack right now. Suddenly you're dea...

Not Stubborn, Strong Willed. There's a Difference!

access_time 2025-05-25T05:32:32.012Z face Anjali Kariappa Chengapa, Founder, SpringUP Leadership
Not Stubborn, Strong Willed. There's a Difference! This post is part of a series on children’s inherent temperaments—not labels or boxes, but reflections to help parents & educators work with a child’s nature, not against it. May 25, 2025 Understanding & Parenting a Strong Willed Child Ever feel lik...

Sharing as a Learned Skill - 4 Gentle Ways

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“Say sorry!” “Be nice!” "Share your toys!" How many times have we said this without realizing we're asking children to perform an emotional and social act they haven't been trained for? Imagine being handed a violin and told to play a sonata without ever having a lesson. That's what we do when we as...