*This episode originally aired on March 2nd, 2021*

Or mad? Or scared? Or overwhelmed? Or shut-down?

Why do I make a mountain out of a mole hill? Why can’t I keep it together?

Being ignored (or yelled at or cussed at or disrespected or refusing to eat or do a chore or or or or the list is endless) is never going to feel good. But- have you ever wondered why your brain goes into full on attacking watch dog mode when the reality is- refusing to do a chore, go to school, or even being ignored or yelled at, isn’t life threatening?

If it isn’t life threatening, why does our brain go to attack mode?We talk about two reasons in today's episode:

1. Decreased window of stress tolerance
2. Implicit memory awakenings

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I talk about a LOT of resources in this episode!
Blog articles:

1. Finding Playfulness
2. Self-Compassion
3. No Behavior is Maladaptive

Read the full summary or the full transcript at: https://robyngobbel.com/whydoigetdysregulated/Over on my website you can find:

Masterclass and eBook on What Behavior Really Is (FREE)
eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE)
Ongoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The Club
Year Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: Being With

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Ready to dive deeper ?

1. The Club is an online community of connection, co-regulation, and a little education for parents of kids with big, baffling behaviors. We open periodically for new members! Sign up on the waiting list at RobynGobbel.com/TheClub
2. Being With is a year-long training program for professionals. RobynGobbel.com/BeingWith