VIRTUAL: How to Stay Calm When Your Kid is Not Workshop with Ed Center | 6-7:30PM
Description
This event is offered virtually only, online via video conference and by phone. Please register in advance to receive access information. This workshop will not be recorded -- be sure to join us live!
Parents - Do certain kid behaviors send you spiraling? Does one child trigger you more than another? Do you match their anger with more anger? Or do you want to hide from conflict?
When we face certain experiences, our bodies react with fight/flight reactions. You CAN interrupt these reactions and replace them with productive responses. You can hold calm power, both inside and out.
We’ll dive into the habits, tools, and techniques that help both you and your kiddos stay regulated. We’ll cover:
- Your reactivity profile
- Closing the stress cycle
- Regulation techniques for kids and grown-ups
- Mindfulness for the fidgety
- Personal wellness plans
- What to do when things hit the fan
Ed Center is a queer brown dad who coaches parents and other kid-raisers toward greater connection, calm, and joy. Ed worked in education for 25 years, starting as a high school teacher, always focused on the needs of kids of color. During the height of the pandemic, Ed’s son suffered an acute mental health crisis. Searching for support, Ed discovered the field of positive parenting and learned strategies and tools to strengthen his connection with his son, leading to healing for the whole family. However, Ed was frustrated with the lack of attention to diverse cultures and traditions in the positive parenting courses and literature, as well as a dearth of focus on healing trauma in children and parents. He started The Village Well to bring more connection, joy, and healing to families of color.
Monday, February 13th, 2023 • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Taking place virtually via secure Zoom phone and video conference.
Please register using the link above, and we'll contact you with the secure telehealth conference call phone number and video link URL. To be sure to allow us enough time to get back to you with the contact information, please register as early as possible; remember also to check your spam folder if you've not received access info. Our video and audio conferencing are HIPAA-compliant and preserve the security and confidentiality of all our participants to the highest standards possible. [Further information about Zoom meeting HIPAA compliance here.]
Please contact Programs Coordinator, Agua [they/them], at agua@ourfamily.org with any questions.
We are committed to ensuring our programs are accessible to all families. When you're registering, please let us know of any accommodations that would help your family participate to the fullest (e.g. ASL interpreter, translated materials, childcare providers experienced with kids with disabilities, large print materials, gluten-free food options, etc.). If registering within 48 hours of the event, please call 415-981-1960 to ensure our receipt of your request. This event – including refreshments and childcare, as applicable – is offered free for all attendees. As you are able, please help us continue offering these resources to all who need them, by making a financial donation to OFC.
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