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Overpowering Emotions Podcast: Helping Children and Teens Manage Big Feels

Overpowering Emotions Podcast: Helping Children and Teens Manage Big Feels

De: Dr. Caroline Buzanko
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Welcome to Overpowering Emotions with Dr. Caroline Buzanko, the podcast that empowers you to help children and teens master anxiety and other overwhelming emotions and boost their resilience.

Driven by a passion to help children and teens become masters over their anxiety and other overwhelming emotions, Dr. Caroline is here to guide you on a journey of strengthening courage and resilience. In each episode, she dives into insightful conversations, practical strategies, and expert interviews to equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to help children and teens navigate their big feelings and develop emotional mastery.

This podcast is your go-to resource. It's time to strengthen our collective ability to empower the younger generation. A focus on developing skills for long-term well-being is at the heart of each podcast episode.

About Dr. Caroline
Dr. Caroline is a psychologist, mother, public speaker, and the Yoda of anxiety. With over 25 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to supporting children, teens, and their families in enhancing their lives by strengthening confidence and resilience. Her expertise is also sought after by professionals and educators looking for effective training and approaches to optimally support the children they work with.

As an Assistant Professor at Athabasca University, Dr. Caroline expertly integrates evidence-based research with practical, actionable strategies. This unique approach ensures that her teachings are grounded in scientific evidence while remaining accessible and applicable to everyday situations. Through this blend of theory and practice, Dr. Caroline empowers her audience to apply these insights effectively in both clinical settings and daily interactions, significantly enhancing the outcomes for children and teens.© 2025 Dr. Caroline Buzanko All Rights Reserved. Higiene y Vida Saludable Psicología Psicología y Salud Mental
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  • 211. Are we rushing kids out of emotions they actually need?

    211. Are we rushing kids out of emotions they actually need?
    Oct 14 2025

    Kids don’t always slam doors or shout when emotions overwhelm them. Sometimes the signs are quieter—flat energy, withdrawal, or a heavy sadness that feels impossible to shift.


    In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline explores the “low-energy” emotions that often get misunderstood: loneliness, sadness, disappointment, boredom, confusion, embarrassment, regret, guilt, and shame.


    You’ll learn how each of these emotions sends a signal about a child’s deeper needs, why rushing to “cheer them up” backfires, and practical ways to respond with presence and connection. These quieter feelings carry just as much meaning as anger or anxiety. The goal isn’t to fix them—it’s to help kids feel safe enough to sit with them, learn from them, and eventually find their way through.


    Homework Ideas:

    • Create connection rituals: a bedtime check-in, a morning high-five, or weekly “just us” time.
    • Encourage journaling or drawing when kids feel any emotion. This gives emotions a safe outlet.
    • Use emotion coaching scripts:
    • “It makes sense you feel disappointed—this mattered to you.”
    • “Everyone makes mistakes. What can we learn from this one?”
    • “Boredom is your brain asking for something meaningful—what could you explore?”
    • Provide open-ended opportunities (art supplies, building materials, role play) to turn boredom into curiosity.
    • Model healthy shame repair: Share your own small mistakes, show how you recover, and affirm that worth is never on the line.


    🛠️ Be sure to grab the emotional literacy workbook https://korulearninginstitute.kit.com/emotionaliteracy

    Enjoying the show? Help out by rating this podcast on Apple to help others get access to this information too! apple.co/3ysFijh


    Follow Dr. Caroline

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carolinebuzanko

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carolinebuzanko/

    LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/dr-caroline-buzanko

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCarolineBuzanko/

    X: https://x.com/drcarolinebuz

    Website: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/

    Resources: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/#resources

    Business inquiries: https://korupsychology.ca/contact-us/


    Want to learn more about helping kids strengthen their emotion regulation skills and problem-solving brains while boosting their confidence, independence, and resilience? Check out my many training opportunities! https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/upcoming-events/
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  • 210. How do we help kids handle big emotions with confidence?

    210. How do we help kids handle big emotions with confidence?
    Oct 7 2025
    In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline discusses the high-energy, often “unpleasant” emotions that kids struggle with — the stormy ones like anxiety, anger, frustration, and overwhelm.These emotions aren’t problems to fix or behaviours to shut down. They’re signals, calling for safety, connection, fairness, or skill support.Listen in to learn how to:Recognize behaviours as the tip of the iceberg — with deeper emotions underneathSupport kids in pausing before reacting, so they can ride the emotional wave without drowning in itTeach grounding, movement, and self-coaching tools that keep the self-regulating prefrontal cortex onlineReframe frustration, envy, and jealousy into opportunities for growth and resilienceUnderstand resentment as a warning of unspoken boundaries and unmet needsInstead of teaching kids to suppress or escape emotions, this episode shows how to help them tolerate, explore, and grow through them — building self-awareness, confidence, and lasting emotional resilience.“When we rush to fix a child’s emotion, we send the message that the feeling itself is unsafe. But when we sit with them — quietly, patiently, without solving — we teach that emotions are just part of being human. The goal isn’t to feel better right away. It’s to get better at feeling.”🛠️ Be sure to grab the emotional literacy workbook https://korulearninginstitute.kit.com/emotionaliteracyHomework IdeasPause Practice: Teach kids to notice a big feeling without reacting. Use phrases like: “Let’s let this feeling be here for a bit.”Frustration Flip: When kids feel stuck, guide them to ask: “What’s another way to try this?” Normalize frustration as a sign their brain is learning.Assertive Anger Scripts: Practice “I feel… when… I need…” statements to channel anger into boundary-setting instead of explosions.Overwhelm Sort: With schoolwork or chores, use a “must-do / can-wait / let-go” list to reduce overload.Jealousy Rituals: Create consistent 1:1 connection rituals to strengthen security and belonging.Resentment Reset: Teach kids (and model yourself) how to say no, set boundaries, and release built-up frustration with journaling or conversations.Enjoying the show? Help out by rating this podcast on Apple to help others get access to this information too! apple.co/3ysFijh Follow Dr. Caroline YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carolinebuzankoIG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carolinebuzanko/ LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/dr-caroline-buzankoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCarolineBuzanko/X: https://x.com/drcarolinebuzWebsite: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/Resources: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/#resourcesBusiness inquiries: https://korupsychology.ca/contact-us/Want to learn more about helping kids strengthen their emotion regulation skills and problem-solving brains while boosting their confidence, independence, and resilience? Check out my many training opportunities! https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/upcoming-events/
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  • 209. How can excitement help kids learn—and when does it tip into chaos?

    209. How can excitement help kids learn—and when does it tip into chaos?
    Sep 30 2025

    In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline explores the often-overlooked role of pleasant emotions in self-regulation. From the high-energy buzz of excitement and joy to the quiet calm of contentment and gratitude, she unpacks what these feelings signal, the needs behind them, and how adults can guide children to channel them in healthy ways.


    Learn how excitement fuels motivation but can tip into dysregulation without support, why pride is a powerful pro-social emotion, and how gratitude and love deepen connection and resilience. Caroline shares practical strategies that help kids strengthen their emotional awareness and regulation skills.


    Learn actionable tools to nurture children’s motivation, curiosity, and sense of belonging while reinforcing the “rest stops” of calm and contentment that every child needs.


    Homework Ideas


    Help kids learn to:

    Channel excitement:

    • Use countdown calendars, planning rituals, or physical play to help kids release energy safely.
    • Redirect silliness into storytelling, drawing, or creative outlets.


    Savour Joy:

    • Pause in the moment and ask: What feels good right now?
    • Create joy rituals: end-of-day reflections, photo sharing, or a family “joy jar.”


    Reinforce Pride:

    • Offer descriptive praise focused on effort, not outcomes.
    • Help kids create a “brag book” or journal for proud moments.


    Cultivate Curiosity:

    • Model open-ended questions (“I wonder…”).
    • Provide exploration opportunities—STEM kits, nature walks, disassembling old gadgets.


    Anchor Calm & Contentment:

    • Build quiet, screen-free downtime into daily routines.
    • Use grounding practices (breathing, mindfulness, cozy snuggles, weighted blankets).


    Encourage Gratitude & Love:

    • End the day with “3 things I’m grateful for.”
    • Practice small acts of kindness—thank-you notes, hugs, or helping tasks.


    🛠️ Be sure to grab the emotional literacy workbook https://korulearninginstitute.kit.com/emotionaliteracy

    Enjoying the show? Help out by rating this podcast on Apple to help others get access to this information too! apple.co/3ysFijh


    Follow Dr. Caroline

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carolinebuzanko

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carolinebuzanko/

    LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/dr-caroline-buzanko

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCarolineBuzanko/

    X: https://x.com/drcarolinebuz

    Website: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/

    Resources: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/#resources

    Business inquiries: https://korupsychology.ca/contact-us/


    Want to learn more about helping kids strengthen their emotion regulation skills and problem-solving brains while boosting their confidence, independence, and resilience? Check out my many training opportunities! https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/upcoming-events/
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    24 m
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