What if the emotional meltdowns kids experience are not bad behavior, but their brains trying to protect them?In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich welcomes back school psychologist and author Jessica Hackmann to discuss her new children’s book, You Are Brave, Amy G. Through storytelling, neuroscience, and real-world experiences working with children, Jessica helps explain how kids process stress, anxiety, fear, and overwhelming emotions.Jessica shares how the COVID era impacted childhood development, why emotional regulation matters more than ever, and how understanding the amygdala can help children feel less ashamed of their reactions and more empowered to manage them.In this episode, you’ll learn: Why children’s emotional meltdowns are often misunderstood  How the amygdala influences stress and anxiety  Why emotional regulation should be taught early  How parents and educators can support overwhelmed children  The inspiration behind You Are Brave, Amy G.Whether you’re a parent, teacher, counselor, or caregiver, this episode offers valuable insight into helping children understand their emotions in healthier ways.Learn more about Jessica and her book: Amy G BooksIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who works with children.Send us Fan MailCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!https://bookfairatbelair.org/Book Fair at Bel AirCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTokSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCastSubscribe by Email