Ep.9 Back to School Anxiety & Big Transitions: Helping Kids Thrive Through Change

The Mindful Toolbox: A series dedicated to mental and emotional wellbeing

Change is hard...especially for kids. Whether your child is starting high school, moving to a new school, coping with back to school anxiety, or navigating big life changes, this episode gives you tools to help them feel safe, grounded, and resilient.

Drawing on my own story of attending 11 different schools, plus recent insights from Dr. Bruce Perry’s research on rhythm, regulation, and relationships, I’ll share how parents can:

• 🕰 Keep routines stable to calm anxiety

• 💬 Use open conversations to reduce fear

• 🧘 Practice mindfulness as a family

• 🎉 Celebrate small wins to build resilience

• 🛠 Co-create routines that help kids adapt faster

These evidence-based back to school tips are designed for parents of children facing transitions big and small from returning to school after summer break to managing new routines or friendships in high school.

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