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August 24 2024

Kindful Kids Weekly

Quote of the Week

"One can be the master of what one does, but never of what one feels." -- Gustave Flaubert

What Inside Out 2 Reveals About The Diversity Of Emotions

"Inside Out is more than just an animated film. It’s a thoughtful and profound exploration of the human emotional experience, highlighting the importance of all emotions, not just happiness, for one’s positive well-being. By creatively and empathetically portraying the inner workings of Riley’s mind, Inside Out reminds us that understanding and embracing our emotions while prioritizing positive relationships fosters a sense of safety and belonging despite the challenges we encounter. [...]

In part two, Riley is now thirteen years old and she’s pushed into a new development stage, which brings to life new emotions inside of her: Anxiety, Ennui, Nostalgia, and Embarrassment, each one a complex character in its own right. She is changing. Her body is changing. Her mind is changing. Her social world is changing. As time passes and interactions unfold, her body or emotions keep the score and are reflected in her everyday behaviors. On her journey, Riley feels true pain, hurt, remorse, and, most importantly, grief—the grief of her past self–and the grace required to heal, along with the challenges of unconditionally loving the new self." [read more]

Reading Corner

Title: It’s Okay: A Social Emotional Book For Kids That Helps With Self-Regulation

By: Dynamic Kids Press

Ages: 3 and up

"IT’S OKAY is a story of a kid Michael, a young boy with a big heart and even bigger emotions. The trouble is, keeping all his emotions under control isn’t always easy. Then Michael finds the strangest looking watch he’s ever seen. It has no numbers and no dials, but it does contain an Emotion Master—a guide to his emotions and how to master them. Can Michael take the Emotion Master’s advice and learn how to deal with his emotions before he lets them get the better of him?

Fun, Exciting And Engaging Story Teaches Young Children Social Emotional Skills, Self-regulation And Gives Them Insights Into Their Feelings." - Publishers

Recommended by Kindful Kids Editors

Be The Change

Is there a time when you stepped back and took a look at the larger picture during a life event? What happened when you did that? Do you think you responded differently than you would have if you reacted right away?

Do you think it is important to manage your emotions and feelings? How could you possibly help others to understand how to manage emotions and feelings?


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