Helping with Big Feelings

When a Child Hits, Kicks or Throws

Joanne Sorley

When children hit, kick, or throw, it’s often a sign they’re overwhelmed—not “bad.” This gentle, evidence-based guide explains what’s happening in the brain during big emotional moments, how to keep...

When a Child Hits, Kicks or Throws

Joanne Sorley

When children hit, kick, or throw, it’s often a sign they’re overwhelmed—not “bad.” This gentle, evidence-based guide explains what’s happening in the brain during big emotional moments, how to keep...

How to Help a Child with Big Emotions

Joanne Sorley

Big feelings can be overwhelming. For children and the adults supporting them. This overview shares simple, compassionate ways to help children feel safe, understood, and supported as they learn to...

How to Help a Child with Big Emotions

Joanne Sorley

Big feelings can be overwhelming. For children and the adults supporting them. This overview shares simple, compassionate ways to help children feel safe, understood, and supported as they learn to...