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PODCAST

Calm and Connected Podcast

Janine Halloran

Calm and Connected is created by Janine Halloran, an experienced counselor and mom. Janine gives quick tips and helpful information about coping skills and play

kids & family k-12

All Episodes

00:06:45

Six Books about Feelings for Kids

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2020/05/21

Books are a great way to start conversations about feelings with kids. Here are six of my favorites:How Are You Peeling? By Saxton FreymannYou’re a Crab: A Moody Day Book by Jenny WhiteheadMy Many Colored Days by Dr. SeussToday I Feel Silly by Jamie Lee CurtisGlad Monster Sad Monster by Ed EmberleyThe Rabbit Listened by Cori DoerrfeldTo hear more about these books, take a listen!ResourcesCoping Skills for Kids Activity Books:Subscribe to the podcast to be notified when new episodes are launched.If

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00:04:52

The Power of Journaling

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/05/07

Whenever I sit down and talk with someone about their coping skills, one of the first things I ask is if they have tried writing about it, in particular, my middle school and high school clients. I do this for several reasons:It’s easier to write about than talk about hard things.Journaling helps you process what’s happening.It’s convenient.It’s not gradedIt can help you solve a problemIt can help you re-frame your thinkingTo hear more about what I mean, take a listen! ResourcesQuick kid friendly

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00:06:31

The Challenges and Silver Linings of COVID-19

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2020/04/23

This COVID-19 world is a strange place to be. I got en email recently where someone was talking about this being the best of times and the worst of times, and it rang true for me. This time is both challenging and good. It’s challenging because:Scary things are happening right now. How long will this last? How are my loved ones with COVID-19 doing? I’m worried about my loved ones and essential workers in my life, who have to go out frequently. I’m concerned about the doctors and nurses who are on

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00:08:16

Ways to Stay Connected Even When We're Apart

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/04/09

Staying in touch and talking with others can increase our joy and lessen our sorrow. This time in our lives is challenging, and continuing to give and get support from friends and family is a way to cope with all the stress we feel. In this podcast episode, I discuss some ideas for keeping in touch with one another even when we’re physically apart. There are lots of ways to stay connected even when we can’t share the same space. Take a listen!Resources Mentioned in the PodcastYouTube

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00:05:27

New Resources on YouTube coming soon!

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/03/26

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been getting requests for play ideas and coping skills kids can use, so I’ve been thinking about ways that I can get more information and resources available.I’m going to be making short videos on YouTube with simple play ideas and simple coping skills kids can use. They are kid-appropriate, so they can watch and then try the play idea or do the coping skill. What this means for the Calm & Connected Podcast: Like you, I’m adjusting to my new routine and figuring out

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00:08:01

Coping Skills for the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/03/19

This is such a hectic and strange time. I had plans to talk about something completely different during this podcast episode, but things have significantly ramped up in terms of school closures, working from home, and other disruptions due to the spread of COVID-19. So, I put other things on hold, and I started writing in an effort to help families. I wanted to offer some suggestions for kids and adults to help deal with the stress and anxiety that is happening right now. Take a listen to hear about

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00:05:29

A Coping Skill that "Literally" Works, According to a...

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/03/12

"Literally, it worked!" Recently, one of my teen clients said about the coping skill I cover in this podcast. I'm always thrilled when a coping skill works for a client of mine. She struggles with anxiety, and we've talked about a ton of different coping skills, but this was the first time she ever used that phrasing. To hear more about what this coping skill is, take a listen.Resources Mentioned in the PodcastNegative self-talk episode of the Calm & Connected Podcast #32Coping Skills for

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00:05:59

Two More Ways to Help Kids Understand the Impact of...

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/03/05

On today’s podcast, I quickly re-visit one of my favorite ways to help kids see the impact their words can have on others. Then I talk about two more ways to help kids & teens understand the impact their words can have on other people. It's a great way to encourage them to think before they speak (or post). Here’s a sneak peek into what you’ll hear:A silly visual activity which involves toothpaste and a paper plateFor the Harry Potter fans, a conversation starter about the impact of words based

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00:08:56

Teens and Coping Skills

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/02/27

Can I tell you something? I LOVE working with teens. The conversations I have with adolescents can be full of sarcasm, but at the heart of every one of those talks is that they want to be heard. What’s interesting is that a lot of the same strategies I use for younger kids work for teens too (and even adults). Even though the strategies are similar, there are a few critical points to keep in mind when working with teens. Take a listen if you are living with or working with teens!Resources Mentioned

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00:07:43

Help! Kids aren't using their coping skills! What do...

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/02/20

Whenever I’m speaking to families or professionals working with kids about their coping skills, I always get the question, “They aren’t using their coping skills! What do I do?”In this podcast, I share a few tips and mindset strategies to use when working with kids who are having a hard time managing their feelings. The biggest thing to keep in mind is that it will not go smoothly the first time or 100% of the time. Please take a listen to hear some other helpful tips to help kids more consistently

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00:05:28

Three Fun Group Activities to Practice Working Together

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/02/13

Sometimes kids need a little practice on working together as a group. In this episode of the podcast, I discuss three different activities you can do to create some teachable moments around working together in groups. Take a listen and get playing!Resources mentioned in the podcast:Social Skills for Kids by Janine HalloranOther podcast episodes you may enjoy…Why I Love PlaydatesEpisode 15 of the Calm and Connected Podcast8 Tips for a Successful PlaydatesEpisode 17 of the Calm and Connected

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00:05:26

How to Make a Calm Down Kit at Five Below

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/02/06

Calm down kits are a fantastic way to help kids keep their coping skills accessible for times when they need to calm down. Sometimes it can be referred to as a coping skills toolkit. Whatever name you use, what it means is that there is an actual physical container that houses items kids can use to help calm down and express their emotions in healthy ways.There are lots of places you can go to get items for a calm down kit. One of my favorites is Five Below. This store has only been in my area for a

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00:09:48

Creating & Using Teachable Moments to Practice Social...

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/01/30

In this episode of the podcast, I discuss how to create teachable moments to practice social skills for kids. I love using group settings with kids to work on social skills because it can be a microcosm of the playground, recess, or other social situations. In the podcast, you’ll hear how I like to structure groups to be effective, and that I love messy groups!Also, I talk about opportunities that happen at home where you can use those teachable moments to help reinforce social skills with family

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00:06:53

Five Coping Skills to Manage Anger

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/01/23

Last week, the podcast focused on the fact that it's okay to be angry. I discussed the feelings rules and understanding the anger iceberg. This week, as promised, I've shared 5 of my favorite coping skills, plus two bonus strategies to keep in mind as you're working or parenting angry kids.RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE PODCASTAn Awesome Way to Take a Deep Breath - Calm & Connected Episode 2It’s Okay to Be Angry - Calm & Connected Episode 52Coping Skills for Kids Managing Anger Resource

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00:08:50

It's okay to be angry

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/01/16

It’s OKAY to be angry.It’s happened multiple times in my career when I’ve said that, kids will look at me like I have three heads. I explain that everyone gets angry - it’s a normal and expected human emotion. Its what you do with your anger that matters. Then I share the feelings rules with them:Don’t hurt yourselfDon’t hurt other people or living creaturesDon’t destroy propertyAnd then we talk about healthy coping skills to use to express anger.It can feel intense to work with a child who is

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00:08:15

Five Awesome Open-Ended Toys

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/01/09

Open-ended play is incredible - it cultivates imagination, thinking differently, and encourages creativity. To promote open-ended play, we should offer toys that can be played with in multiple ways. One benefit of having versatile toys is that it cuts down on having so many! I know what it feels like when it seems like the toy department of your local Target is all in your living room. Plus, having fewer toys is helpful for child development. A recent study from the University of Toledo in Ohio

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00:06:46

Three Ways to Help Kids Focus on the Positives

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2020/01/02

When a kid is feeling sad or upset, a good coping skill to try is thinking of things that make them happy. Finding and focusing on the good things in life can have a positive impact on mental health, plus paying attention to those positive experiences is the beginning of gratitude practice for kids. But it can be hard to remember the good stuff in those tough moments. In today’s podcast, I share three ideas to help kids focus on the positives. Take a listen!RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE

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00:08:45

How to Make a Calm Down Kit at Oriental Trading

Calm and Connected Podcast ·

2019/12/26

A coping skills toolbox is an actual physical container that houses items kids can use to help calm down and express their emotions in healthy ways. There are a ton of strategies your child can use to calm down, and having a toolbox is one way to keep several of these tools readily available to use.Where can you get these items to help create a coping skills toolbox or a calm down kit? A lovely listener requested that I do a podcast episode on Oriental Trading, so I took a peek around the website

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