The Simplicity Parenting Podcast with Kim John Payne #7: The Magic of Preview (encore Simplicity Diary)
Jul 11, 2018
Learn about the magic of previewing in parenting, using visual aids to engage children's limbic system. Discover practical tips to help ease anxiety and nervousness in children.
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Actress Overwhelmed By Rhythm
- A busy actress told Kim she was 'maxed out' on rhythm despite trying to keep simple routines.
- Kim reassured her to aim for a few small, held rhythms and introduced previewing as help.
Preview Is Rhythm's Predictable Twin
- Previewing is the predictable sibling of rhythm that stabilizes children when routines break.
- Making the preview pictorial activates higher brain areas and reduces limbic anxiety.
Use Simple Pictures When Previewing
- Make previews pictorial by showing simple pictures of the bedtime, bath, or sitter.
- Keep previews brief, practical, and repeat them the next morning as needed.