Episode 41 Game Film Parenting: Fix Meltdowns at the Root
Emotions With Ease
What if your hardest parenting moments could actually become your best teachers? In this episode, I walk you through her “Game Film” tool—how to pause, replay, and coach yourself through tough moments so you can show up calmer next time. Plus, I introduce the Root System so you stop chasing behaviors and start addressing what’s really driving them. Key Takeaways: Stop chasing behavior: focus on the roots (body, brain, beliefs, boundaries, balance, belonging) instead of the “bad apples.” Game Film = growth: replay hard moments to spot what actually drove the meltdown and what to do...
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Episode 40: Turn Parenting Mistakes Into Calmer Wins
Emotions With Ease
Intro: What if you could “rewind” a tough parenting moment and learn exactly what to do differently next time? In this episode, Jami shares a simple tool she calls Game Film—a practical way to reflect, reset, and show up calmer when it matters most. Key Takeaways: Pause + replay: Walk through a hard moment step-by-step and notice where things escalated. Brain states matter: Logic doesn’t land when your child is in Watchdog Brain—regulation comes first. You set the tone: Stay the “thermostat” (calm leader), not the thermometer (matching their chaos). Simple Script: “Hey,...
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Episode 39: What to do After a Child Meltdown
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Your child melts down… calms down… but everything still feels off. The re-entry is awkward, siblings are on edge, and your child seems shut down. Here’s exactly what to do in that in-between moment. Key Takeaways: After a meltdown, kids are often feeling embarrassment or guilt (not just “being difficult”) Re-entry matters: a quick connection helps your child feel safe again The “rip + repair” loop must be completed (don’t just move on like nothing happened) 1 Simple Script: “I’m really glad you’re back. We can talk about it later—I’m here.” Want help walking...
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Episode 38: Why Moms Yell- The Nervous System Explained
Emotions With Ease
If you’ve ever said, “I won’t yell today”… and then did—it’s not because you’re failing. It’s your nervous system hitting the gas without a brake. In this episode, we make it simple: what’s happening in your body and what to do in the moment. 3 Key Takeaways It’s not a character flaw—it’s your nervous system: Gas (reactivity), shutdown (freeze), and the missing piece—your brake. Triggers + low capacity = reaction: It’s not just your child’s behavior—it’s how full your system already is. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s faster recovery: Pause sooner,...
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Episode 37: Helping Kids Through Grief and Big Feelings
Emotions With Ease
When we hear the word grief, we usually think death. But in this episode, Meghan Riordan Jarvis reminds us that grief also shows up in everyday kid life—lost loveys, friendship drama, not making the team, and all the “this is the worst day ever” moments. This conversation is practical, honest, and full of tools that help parents support kids without making it weird or heavier than it already is. 3 Key Takeaways Grief is bigger than death: It’s the body’s response to loss, and kids feel it in everyday disappointments too. Don’t rush the feelings: Kids may not be “done” just...
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Episode 36: Why Moms Feel Alone in Parenting (And What Helps)
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Ever feel like you’re the only mom struggling behind closed doors? Like everyone else is thriving while you’re just trying to get through the day? This episode is your reminder: you are not alone—and there’s a better way to get support. 3 Key Takeaways Surface-level connection creates isolation: When we don’t go deeper, it looks like everyone else is fine. You’re not the only one: Many families are navigating big emotions and behaviors—you just don’t see it. Growth happens in community: Watching others get coached gives you clarity, perspective, and real tools. 1 Simple...
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Episode 35: What Does a School Counselor Do for Students?
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What School Counselors Actually Do for Students Ever wondered what a school counselor actually does all day besides magically appear when your child is melting down in the hallway? In this episode, I sit down with veteran school counselor Tina Russell to talk about how school counselors support students socially, emotionally, and practically—and why they can be such a helpful part of your family’s team. 3 Key Takeaways School counselors do more than crisis support: They teach social-emotional lessons, run small groups, check in with students, and help coordinate resources behind the...
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Episode 34: When You Hear Your Parent’s Voice Come Out of Your Mouth
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Have you ever reacted to your child and thought, “Oh no… that sounded exactly like my mom.” You’re not broken — you’re human. In this episode, we talk about why our kids trigger old parenting patterns and how to start changing them with small, doable steps. 3 Key Takeaways Awareness is the starting point: Noticing your triggers is the first step to breaking generational cycles. Borrow better models: Healthy parenting can be learned by observing and asking other parents how they handle hard moments. Self-compassion fuels growth: Change happens faster when you’re kind to...
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Episode 33: Meredith Miller on Raising Kids Who Love Scripture (Without Forcing It)
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Wonder Conversations: Helping Kids Love Scripture Intro Meredith Miller joins Emotions with Ease on release day for her new book, We talk about making Bible stories feel safe, life-giving, and actually engaging—especially in those tired, end-of-day moments when everyone’s nervous system is toast. 3 Key Takeaways Wonder beats pressure: Scripture works better as a conversation (question mark) than a lecture (period). You have freedom: If bedtime is chaotic, shorten it, make it silly, or swap to a breath prayer—connection is the goal. Grace changes everything: Focusing on who...
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Episode 32: The Village- Why Moms Need Real Community
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The Village: Postpartum Community That Actually Helps Motherhood was never meant to be a solo sport… yet so many moms are doing it alone (with Google as their co-parent 🙃). In this episode, Dream Center Director Jody Dow shares the heart behind The Village—a weekly space where postpartum moms get real community, real support, and practical emotional wellness tools. 3 Key Takeaways The Dream Center is built on relationships, not “services”: help for today + hope for tomorrow. Postpartum isolation is real—especially after COVID—and community can be the difference between...
info_outlineWhen Divorce Hits Home: How to Support Your Kids (with Therapist Lindsey Racz, LPC)
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Episode Introduction
Divorce is one of those topics that can stir big feelings for both the grown-ups and the kiddos. And if you’re in the thick of it, you already know — it can feel like trying to parent while your insides are on fire.
In this episode of Emotions with Ease, I sat down with one of my favorite humans: Lindsey Racz, Licensed Professional Counselor, supervisor, women’s mental health expert, co-owner of Truth & Counsel, and mom of four. Lindsey brings a rare mix of wisdom, warmth, brain science, and “here’s what to actually DO” advice.
We talk:
✔️ How to help kids feel secure during divorce
✔️ What emotionally sturdy parenting looks like
✔️ The four S’s kids need (and how to give them)
✔️ When to get extra support
✔️ How to know if you need to do some emotional work
✔️ Why self-compassion is a brain-changing superpower
✔️ And the rituals, routines, and practical tools every parent can use
If you’re navigating a hard season or love someone who is — this episode is packed with validation, hope, and tools you can use today.
⏱️ Timestamp Breakdown & Highlights
0:15 – Welcome + Meet Lindsey Race
- Why you’re going to love her (hint: this woman knows her stuff).
- Lindsey’s background in psychology, nutrition, CBT through Oxford, epigenetics & neurobiology.
3:18 – What Kids Actually Need During Divorce
- The “TDC”: tough, direct conversations
- Why honest, safe conversations matter
- The four S’s from attachment theory: Seen, Soothed, Safe, Secure
4:33 – How to Show Kids You’re Still Their Safe Place
- Why words matter less than your presence
- Nonverbal communication that builds safety
- The power of age-appropriate vulnerability
6:10 – What Emotionally Sturdy Parenting Looks Like
- Why doing your emotional work matters
- Lindsey shares her personal divorce story as both a kid and adult
- Therapy, social support, movement, nutrition, and “crying in the bathtub” moments
8:19 – Red Flags That You’re Not the Sturdy Parent Right Now
- Bad-mouthing the co-parent
- Quick anger, agitation, or “micro-cumulative” explosions
- Depression signs that often get missed
- The quiet internal voice saying, “I’m not okay”
11:24 – How to Keep Kids Grounded Between Two Homes
- Don’t put scheduling on kids (ever).
- Why communication should always be parent-to-parent, never kid-to-parent.
- Personality differences in kids + how moves affect them
- The magic of simple, consistent routines (like “ice cream + Uno” nights)
16:47 – What If I Need a Moderator?
- Who to call
- Where to start
- Why professionals and advocates are key
18:00 – For the Parent Feeling Guilt or Shame
- The sticky nature of shame
- The tool Lindsey believes matters most: self-compassion
- Why perfection is impossible (and not even good for your kids)
20:44 – The Brain Science Behind Self-Compassion
- How self-talk rewires your brain
- What the research says
- The example of the “mom ball-drop moment”
- Caroline Leaf’s “little dead trees” concept
28:29 – Lindsey’s Personal Answer: What Emotion She’s Getting Stuck In
- Emotional parenting: when your mood rides your kids’ moods
- The messy beauty of raising teens
- The three-word mantra she leans on: Good Enough Parenting
31:15 – Where to Find Lindsey + Her Team
- TruthandCounsel.com
- @truthandcounsel on IG & Facebook
🌱 Key Takeaways
1. Kids don’t need perfect — they need presence.
Your tone, body language, and consistency speak louder than any “right words.”
2. Handle the communication (your kids shouldn’t).
They didn’t choose this situation, so removing the emotional burden is crucial.
3. Traditions anchor kids in uncertain seasons.
It doesn’t have to be fancy. Consistency > Pinterest-worthy.
4. If you can’t not speak negatively about the co-parent, it’s time for deeper work.
No shame — just data for your emotional dashboard.
5. Your emotional health directly impacts your kids’ emotional safety.
Therapy, rest, movement, nourishment, connection… they matter.
6. Self-compassion isn’t fluffy — it’s neuroscience.
It literally rewires your brain and softens shame.
7. “Good Enough Parenting” is the goal.
Not perfection. Not 100%. Not superhuman.
Just good enough, most of the time, with repair when needed
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Resources Mentioned- the brain benefits of journaling https://kindredmind.app/scientific-research-on-journaling/
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