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Summary
In this episode of 'Are You Fucking Kidding Me?', Clementine discusses the ineffectiveness of timeouts in parenting and introduces the concept of recalibration breaks as a more effective alternative. She emphasizes the importance of understanding toddler behavior through the lens of brain science, advocating for emotional safety and connection over control. The episode provides practical strategies for implementing recalibration breaks, highlighting the need for parents to model emotional regulation and create safe spaces for their children.

Takeaways

• Timeouts are a power struggle, not a teaching tool.
• Toddlers lack the emotional self-awareness for timeouts.
• Recalibration breaks focus on mutual regulation.
• Connection is more important than obedience in parenting.
• Modeling emotional regulation is crucial for parents.
• Creating a safe space helps children learn to calm down.
• Language matters when discussing emotions with kids.
• Recalibration breaks can prevent feelings of shame.
• Teaching emotional skills is essential for child development.
• Parents need to prioritize their own emotional well-being.

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