Episode 28: Why Logic Doesn't Work During Meltdowns (and what to do instead)
Release Date: 01/27/2026
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info_outlineIf you’ve ever tried to explain your way out of a meltdown and watched it get worse… this episode is for you.
In this episode of Emotions with Ease, emotional wellness coach Jami Glenn explains why logic doesn’t land during meltdowns, what’s actually happening in your child’s brain and body, and how to bring calm back online using one simple tool, one tip, and one script you can use right away.
👉 New here? Grab my free 5-video Emotional Tools 101 series.
⏱ Timestamps
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0:00 – Welcome + what this episode covers
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2:30 – Why explaining makes meltdowns worse
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5:45 – What’s happening in the brain during a meltdown
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9:20 – Why logic can’t land when Wise Owl is offline
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12:30 – The “Soothe First, Talk Later” tool
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16:30 – Fewer words, more calm (the biggest shift for parents)
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20:45 – Scripts to use during meltdowns
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25:10 – Common mistakes (no shame)
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27:30 – Encouragement + next steps
🧠 What You’ll Learn
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Why meltdowns are body-first, not behavior-first
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What happens when the Watchdog brain takes over
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Why logic and lectures don’t work during dysregulation
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How calm opens the door for learning
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What to say instead of explaining or arguing
🧰 One Tool: Soothe First, Talk Later
When emotions are high:
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Soothe the body (breathe, soften, lower your voice)
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Connect (“I’m right here.”)
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Talk later — once calm returns
You can’t teach a skill to a brain in survival mode.
💡 One Tip to Remember
Shorten your words. Lengthen your presence.
If your child is losing it:
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Talk less
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Stay close
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Let your calm do the work
Your regulated body becomes the calm their brain borrows.
🗣 One Script to Try
“We’ll talk when your Wise Owl is back. I’m here.”
Other options:
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“Let’s help your body first.”
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“Your brain needs a break to get calm.”
💛 Encouragement
Your child isn’t giving you a hard time — their brain is having a hard time.
Regulation isn’t permissive. It’s what makes learning possible.
Calm first. Teaching later.
🎧 Want Support?
If you want help applying this in your home, you can book a low-pressure discovery call using the link in the show notes. We’ll talk it through and see what feels supportive for your family.
I’m rooting for you. 💛