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Episode 5: Embarrassment, Correction, and the Trouble with Letting Feelings Decide
01/27/2026
Episode 5: Embarrassment, Correction, and the Trouble with Letting Feelings Decide
In this episode of Chaos to Context, we explore what happens when kids come home upset about a correction at school—and how easily adults can slide from validating feelings into letting those feelings determine the story. Focusing on the middle grades, when embarrassment intensifies as kids become acutely aware of being seen, we look at why correction often feels heavier at this age, how shame can distort perception, and why discomfort does not automatically mean something went wrong. This episode offers concrete guidance for parents and caregivers on how to respond when a child feels embarrassed, called out, or unfairly targeted—without rushing to email teachers or escalate before reflection happens. Along the way, we explore how reframing helps kids separate feelings from responsibility, preserve dignity, and build resilience in moments that do not feel good but matter for growth. This episode draws on developmental psychology, neuroscience, and the author’s experience as a parent and educator.
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