The Baffling Behavior Show {Parenting after Trauma}

Ep. 198: All Behavior Makes Sense

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Oct 8, 2024
Understanding behavior as a reflection of context and experience is key. Delve into how a child's nervous system shapes their emotional responses and behaviors. Discover how past trauma influences present perceptions of safety. Learn about the unique realities of neurodivergent individuals and the importance of acceptance. The conversation highlights the role of connection in reshaping behavior and introduces resources for parents and professionals seeking to foster positive change.
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INSIGHT

Impact vs. Emergence

  • The impact of behavior can be maladaptive, needing change.
  • Focus on the emergence of behavior, not just its impact, to see real change.
ADVICE

Prioritize Connection

  • Help people feel better and rest in connection mode.
  • Focus on increasing ease and connection, not solely managing behavior.
INSIGHT

Brain's Priorities

  • The brain's main job is survival, achieved by predicting the future.
  • It initiates behavioral impulses before the predicted future occurs.
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