Finding Calm Within

As kids, we learn to regulate our emotions because caring adults help co-regulate with us. But as adults, we still need support—especially in moments of overwhelm. The challenge? Most adults reject support right when they need it most.

Do you ever wonder how your child’s cellphone is influencing their mood and connection to the family? Many parents share this concern — how much time their child spends online, what they’re doing on their phones, and how it affects face-to-face relationships. These are important questions, but there’s another one that often goes overlooked: What does my own phone use communicate to my child? So often, we unintentionally model the very behaviors we’re hoping to change. We scro