# 4. Emotional Regulation 101: What to Do About Meltdowns, Hitting, & Roller Coaster Emotions

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Podcast: [Connected and Capable](https://stenobird.com/podcast/connected-and-capable-7638558)
Published: 2026-01-26T11:30:44+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1640

## Resource

What if your child’s big emotions aren’t random… and they’re not a behavior problem either? In this episode, Alisha dives into Emotional Regulation 101—and unpacks why some kids flip from calm to overwhelmed in seconds, why meltdowns can feel so sudden, and the hidden brain shift that changes everything about how we respond. You’ll hear a perspective most parents never get about what’s really happening under those reactions, why talking through emotions often doesn’t work in the moment, and one surprisingly simple starting point that can begin to shift the pattern over time. If you’ve ever felt like you’re walking on eggshells around your child’s moods—or wondered why nothing you’ve tried seems to stick—this conversation will help you see those moments in a completely new way.  Key Time stamps: 2:30 What emotional regulation really is 6:45 An important analogy for big feelings 12:10 Why fight/flight shuts regulation off 17:55 2 other factors that can cause dysregulation 22:40 The #1 way to help kids build emotional regulation Grab your free printable copy of our 5 Big Calming Techniques for Big Emotions + Dysregulation-- https://yourkidstable.com/emotions-printable/  MORE RESOURCES FOR YOU Ready for a simple plan to overcome the attention, sleep, sensory, and big emotion challenges? I'll show you how for uniquely wired kids 1-18 years old in just 2-5 minutes a day. Join me in The Connection Hive-- https://YourKidsTable.com/TCH LET'S CONNECT: Instagram: https://Instagram.com/Yourkidstable Facebook: https://Facebook.com/Yourkidstable Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/Yourkidstable If you enjoyed this episode, we'd be so grateful if you left us a review! It's a huge help in encouraging us and letting us know what parents with uniquely wired kids need the most.

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