Why I don’t say or write the terms ’emotional regulation,’ ‘co-regulation’ or ‘dysregulation.’

Why I don’t say or write the terms ’emotional regulation,’ ‘co-regulation’ or ‘dysregulation.’

I am writing this article from the Marion Method perspective, rather than as an Aware Parenting instructor. As a preface, if you really resonate with the word ‘regulation’ to refer to emotions or feelings, I support and value your experience and choice. Each of us has...
Feelings are not our enemies

Feelings are not our enemies

In our culture, feelings and bodies have been demonised for centuries. Yet, feelings are not enemies. Feelings can be our most profound friends. Listening lovingly to our child’s deepest, rawest, biggest feelings can be some of the most profound experiences we...