Raised Resilient: Help Your Highly Sensitive Child

By: Dr. Hilary Mandzik - Psychologist
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  • Parenting is the hardest job ever – and parenting a highly sensitive child who’s struggling can feel downright impossible. If you’re suffering through endless meltdowns, walking on eggshells to avoid your child’s huge emotions, and losing sleep worrying that you’re failing your child, you’ve landed in the right place. I’m Dr. Hilary Mandzik – clinical psychologist, parenting specialist, and mom of 3. And I’m here to help you feel GOOD about parenting your highly sensitive child. Join me each week on the Raised Resilient podcast as we explore the topics parents worry about most when it comes to raising highly sensitive kids: managing meltdowns, building emotion regulation, understanding highly sensitive kids, making sense of challenging behaviors, building self-esteem, finding parenting strategies that actually work *with* your child’s sensitivity ... and everything in between. I’ll help you understand your child’s behavior (and your reactions to it!) so that even the really hard moments make more sense. I’ll empower you with tools, strategies, and scripts to navigate those really hard moments with connection and confidence. (And I’ll remind you that no tool, strategy, or script is as powerful as your parenting ace – your relationship with your child!) I’m passionate about parenting differently – parenting in a way that sees all kids as good, even when they’re struggling. I’m passionate about breaking unhelpful generational cycles and putting a hard stop to spanking, time outs, shaming, and yelling. I’m passionate about helping highly sensitive kids build the skills they need in order to manage their big emotions successfully ... and parents learning to regulate their own emotions alongside their children. I want to help you stop worrying about whether you’re “raising them right” and feel confident that your kids will grow up trusting themselves and feeling comfortable in their skin … because they were raised resilient. And that’s big. Because raising our kids resilient can literally make this world a better place. Listen, parenting is hard no matter how you do it. You won’t “enjoy every moment”, no matter what that lady at the store says. But I’m here to help you go from just barely surviving to parenting in a way that genuinely feels good, for you and your highly sensitive child. So warm up your coffee and grab your ear buds. It’s time to turn your child’s sensitivity into their SUPERPOWER! Connect with me: https://www.raisedresilient.com/ IG: @raisedresilient Schedule your FREE Breakthrough Session: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough Do YOU have a highly sensitive child? Take my FREE QUIZ to find out: https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz Major themes: parenting highly sensitive / deeply feeling kids; cycle breaking; building emotion regulation; generational healing; respectful parenting; gentle parenting; peaceful parenting; attachment theory / building a secure attachment
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Episodes
  • When Strangers, Family, or Friends Give Unsolicited Advice About How You’re Parenting Your Highly Sensitive Child: The #1 Mindset Shift You Need & How to Respond Confidently

    When Strangers, Family, or Friends Give Unsolicited Advice About How You’re Parenting Your Highly Sensitive Child: The #1 Mindset Shift You Need & How to Respond Confidently
    Dec 18 2024

    It’s one thing to navigate the emotions of raising a highly sensitive child—but when someone else tries to parent your child or comments on how you’re handling things? That can feel downright triggering. Whether it’s a well-meaning family member, a friend, or even a stranger, these unsolicited opinions can leave you feeling judged, frustrated, or unsure of how to respond.

    In this episode, I’m sharing the #1 mindset shift that can help you stay grounded when others question your parenting choices. We’ll talk about why these moments can feel so hard and how to handle them in a way that protects your child’s sensitivity while staying true to your parenting values.

    From holiday gatherings to public outings, you’ll leave with practical tips for responding calmly and confidently to unsolicited advice. Let’s shift the focus back to what matters most—your connection with your child—and learn how to navigate these situations with grace and clarity.

    FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough

    Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz

    NEW HOLIDAY Meltdown Guide: https://www.raisedresilient.com/holidaymeltdowns

    FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things

    Mastering Meltdowns Support: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns

    Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient

    FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

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    29 mins
  • Parenting Reflections: The Holidays Aren’t Going as Planned—A Behind-The-Scenes Look at How I’m Handling It (& Why It’s Okay to Struggle When Everything Looks Perfect for Everyone Else)

    Parenting Reflections: The Holidays Aren’t Going as Planned—A Behind-The-Scenes Look at How I’m Handling It (& Why It’s Okay to Struggle When Everything Looks Perfect for Everyone Else)
    Dec 13 2024

    The holidays are filled with magic, but they can also be incredibly challenging—especially when life doesn’t go as planned, and you’re parenting highly sensitive kids. Today, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes glimpse into what this season has looked like for my family.

    From battling sickness to missing a beloved annual show and falling behind on decorating, it feels like everything is taking longer than I’d hoped. But I realized the truth is, the holidays don’t always go the way we envision, and that’s okay.

    While it might seem like everything is picture-perfect for other families, the reality is often much messier. I’ll share how I’ve been navigating the chaos, finding little moments of calm, and holding onto joy amidst the overwhelm. Let’s explore how to show ourselves grace and embrace peace—even in the middle of the mess.

    FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough

    Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz

    NEW HOLIDAY Meltdown Guide: https://www.raisedresilient.com/holidaymeltdowns

    FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things

    Mastering Meltdowns Support: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns

    Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient

    FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

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    27 mins
  • 3 Tips for Smoother Holiday Gatherings with Your Highly Sensitive Child (Even When Meltdowns Happen)

    3 Tips for Smoother Holiday Gatherings with Your Highly Sensitive Child (Even When Meltdowns Happen)
    Dec 11 2024

    Holiday gatherings can be full of joy, but for highly sensitive kids, they can also bring a whirlwind of emotions—whether it’s anxiety about social situations or sheer excitement that leads to overstimulation. If your child has ever melted down on the way to a holiday outing (or once you’ve arrived), you’re not alone—and there are ways to navigate these moments with more ease.

    Today, we’re exploring how to handle holiday meltdowns, from preparing your child before the event to calming strategies if things go sideways. You’ll get practical, parent-friendly tips to help your child feel more at ease, create smoother experiences, and stay grounded—even if things don’t go perfectly.

    Here’s the thing: whether your child is feeling overwhelmed or overjoyed, those big feelings can quickly turn into a meltdown. But with a few shifts in your approach, you can help your child regulate, support them through tough moments, and enjoy holiday outings together.

    FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough

    Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz

    NEW HOLIDAY Meltdown Guide: https://www.raisedresilient.com/holidaymeltdowns

    FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things

    Mastering Meltdowns Support: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns

    Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient

    FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

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    21 mins

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