This is a podcast where a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with children and teens will be discussing practical and effective ways for adults to connect with children and teenagers using therapeutic techniques inspired by play therapy. These episodes will come in the form of simple steps of research based skills that you can implement today in order to better connect more meaningfully with the children and teens in your life!
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple tips on how to become a supportive presence in your child or teen’s life.1. Listen Without Fixing2. Show Up Consistently3. Encourage Their Strengths and Passions4. Be Their Safe PlaceBeing a supportive presence is like being a sturdy bridge—strong, reliable, and always there when needed. Just as a bridge helps people cross over obstacles safely, your steady presence helps guide your child or teen through life’s ups and downs. Some days, they may only need to glance at the bridge for reassurance; other days, they may need to lean on it entirely. Either way, knowing you’re there creates security and trust, allowing them to confidently explore the world while always having a safe way back home.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
4/21/25 • 08:38
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple and applicable tips on how to create a mindful environment at home.1. Establish a Daily Mindful Check-In2. Create a Calming Space for Relaxation3. Model Mindfulness Through Your Actions4. Incorporate Mindful Activities into Daily RoutinesCreating a mindful home is like building a warm and sturdy lighthouse. Just as a lighthouse provides guidance and stability during storms, a mindful home offers a safe and steady space for children and teens to navigate life’s ups and downs. When mindfulness is woven into daily life—through calm presence, open communication, and emotional awareness—it becomes a beacon of security, helping them feel grounded no matter what challenges arise. By practicing mindfulness together, you become a source of light in their lives, reminding them that no matter how rough the waters get, they always have a safe place to return to.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
4/14/25 • 08:22
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple and practical tips on mindful activities that can be applied today.1. Create a Daily “Pause” Moment2. Turn Everyday Activities into Mindful Experiences3. Use Movement as Mindfulness4. Encourage Mindful Storytelling or JournalingPracticing mindfulness with children and teens is like tending a campfire. At first, the fire may flicker and struggle to catch, but with steady attention—adding small twigs of presence, kindling of awareness, and oxygen of patience—the flames grow stronger. Over time, this fire becomes a warm, steady source of connection, offering light and comfort in your relationship. Even when life gets busy or stressful, those small moments of mindful presence keep the fire burning, reminding children and teens that they are seen, valued, and deeply connected to you.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
4/7/25 • 07:54
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple and practical tips on how to engage in storytelling, even if creativity isn’t your forte.1. Make Up a “Tag Team” Story2. Retell Real-Life Events with a Twist3. Create a “Story Jar”4. Use Storytelling to Problem-SolveThink of storytelling like planting a garden. Even if you don’t feel creative, every word you share is like planting a tiny seed. Some seeds may sprout into wild, imaginative adventures, while others may bloom into deep, meaningful conversations. The more you engage in storytelling, the stronger and richer your connection becomes—just like a well-tended garden that thrives with care, attention, and patience. Even on days when creativity feels low, simply showing up and nurturing these shared moments will cultivate a lasting bond with the children and teens in your life.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
3/31/25 • 07:13
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will go over the top 5 lessons learned from the first 50 episodes of Playful Connection, as well as reflecting on how implementing these lessons will strengthen your relationship with the children and teens that you love and care about.1. Connection Over Perfection2. Play is a Child’s First Language3. Emotions Need to Be Felt, Not Fixed4. Repair Matters More Than Perfection5. Consistency Builds SecurityEach of these principles is about prioritizing connection over control. Whether through play, validation, or repair, every interaction is an opportunity to strengthen the bond with your child or teen. You’re doing better than you think! Remember, connection isn’t about being perfect – it’s about showing up time and time again.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
3/24/25 • 16:24
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple tips on how to implement more specific and playful ways to incorporate and encourage creativity in the lives of children and teens.1. Create an Open-Ended Art Space2. Storytelling Games and Prompts3. Incorporate Movement into Creative Expression4. Encourage Creative Problem-Solving ChallengesEncouraging creativity is like building a bridge together. Each idea, story, or piece of art is a plank laid down, connecting your world to theirs. Sometimes the bridge wobbles with uncertainty, but with every shared laugh, imaginative twist, or colorful masterpiece, it grows sturdier. Over time, this bridge becomes a safe passage where emotions, ideas, and conversations flow freely, strengthening your connection and helping your child or teen navigate the ever-changing landscapes of their lives.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
3/17/25 • 08:33
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four practical and simple tips on different affirmation routines, along with examples of how to playfully incorporate them into your daily life with your children or teens.1. What Is an Affirmation Routine?2. Make It a Game3. Create Visual Reminders4. Incorporate MovementBuilding an affirmation routine is like planting a garden together. Each affirmation is a seed of positivity, carefully planted with intention and nurtured with daily care. Some seeds grow quickly, sprouting confidence and joy, while others take time, slowly developing roots of resilience and self-worth. As you tend to this garden side by side, watering it with encouragement and pulling out the weeds of self-doubt, your connection with your child or teen deepens. Over time, the garden flourishes—not just with their personal growth but also with the strong, nurturing relationship you’ve cultivated together.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
3/10/25 • 09:19
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple and practical ways to avoid shame talk in your interactions with the children and teens in your life, as well as some examples of each tip.1. Avoid Comparisons2. Model Self-Compassion3. Reframe Negative Thoughts Together4. Establish a Safe Space for MistakesRemoving shame talk is like lifting a weight off a young tree to let it grow freely and reach its full potential. Just as the tree stands taller when it’s not burdened by unnecessary weight, children and teens flourish when they’re not weighed down by feelings of inadequacy or fear of judgment. Without shame talk, they’re free to explore, make mistakes, and learn without fear, stretching toward the light of self-acceptance. This environment of encouragement strengthens their roots of confidence and self-worth, nurturing a relationship that’s grounded in trust and respect, helping them stand strong through life’s challenges.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
3/3/25 • 07:38
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four practical tips of how to teach self-reflection to your children and teens and strengthen your bond with them.1. Feelings Journal2. Three Good Things Exercise3. Letter Writing4. Daily Reflection QuestionsSelf-reflection is like holding up a mirror in which children and teens can see their true selves, free from external judgments. Just as a mirror reveals details that might otherwise go unnoticed, self-reflection helps them observe the nuances of their own thoughts, feelings, and reactions. In doing so, they become more self-aware and resilient, gaining clarity that guides them through life’s complex landscapes. And as you stand beside them, encouraging and sharing in these reflective moments, you become a constant, reassuring presence, strengthening the bond between you as you both journey through the ever-changing reflections of growth and understanding.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
2/24/25 • 09:07
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four practical and simple tips of playful ways to teach problem-solving skills that will also help strengthen your connection and relationship with them.1. Guided Brainstorming with a Timer2. Building Challenges with Blocks or Legos3. Mystery Box4. “What Would You Do?” GameImagine building a bridge across a river: every stone laid down represents a skill, a tool, or a moment of connection gained through play. By consistently adding stones of patience, creativity, empathy, and communication, you and your child build a bridge that can carry them through life’s challenges. Through play, they know they can lean on this bridge and your guidance, making each problem they face a little easier to cross.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
2/17/25 • 07:49
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple tips on how to apply non-verbal communication in positive ways, and how applying these tips will help strengthen your connection with the children or teens in your life.1. Eye Contact2. Active Listening3. Facial Expressions4. Physical TouchNon-verbal communication is like stars in the night sky. Even though they’re not as bright as the moon, they still provide light and the child or teen still knows that they’re there. As we shine light through using different forms of non-verbal communication, the child or teen will know that we are listening, there for them, and care about them. Helping them to feel this will certainly strengthen your connection with them.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
2/10/25 • 06:42
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple tips on how to use open-ended questions and avoid the trap of using closed-ended, or yes/no questions, and how applying these tips will help increase your ability to connect with the children or teens in your life.1. Start with "How" or "What"2. Ask About Feelings or Thoughts3. Encourage Descriptions4. Avoid Yes/No TrapsUsing open-ended questions with children and teens is like opening a door to a vast landscape. Closed-ended questions may open a narrow window, but open-ended ones unlock the whole door, allowing you to walk through their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. As you explore this wide-open space together, your connection deepens, and you create a path of trust and understanding that helps them grow and flourish.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
2/3/25 • 07:18
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple ways on how to become more present with the children and teens in your life.1. Limit Distractions2. Engage in Their Interests3. Reflect and Acknowledge Their Feelings4. Create Special One-on-One TimeBeing present with children and teens is like being the sun for a plant. Just as a plant grows stronger and healthier when it receives sunlight, children and teens thrive when they receive your undivided attention and care. Your presence nourishes their emotional well-being, helping them grow into confident and connected individuals. When you are fully there for them, your relationship blossoms into something resilient and deeply fulfilling.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
1/27/25 • 07:19
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple and practical tips of how to clearly and playfully set boundaries with children and teens.1. Use Visual Cues to Reinforce Boundaries2. Use Language to Name and Claim Boundaries3. Time Limits in Play4. Establish “Reset” Moments in PlayBoundaries in play are like the lines on a sports field—they don’t restrict the game, they define it. Without those lines, the game would lose its shape, making it confusing and frustrating for everyone. When you set clear boundaries with your children and teens, you’re giving them the structure they need to thrive, ensuring the game of life is played with purpose and joy. Strong, consistent boundaries create a space where children feel safe, cared for, and understood, helping your relationship flourish.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
1/20/25 • 07:19
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple and practical tips on how to develop more consistency in your daily life and how applying these tips will help strengthen your relationship with children and teens.1. Establish Predictable Routines2. Consistent Emotional Responses3. Follow Through on Promises4. Consistent BoundariesConsistency is like the steady rhythm of a heartbeat; it provides a reliable, soothing pulse that reassures and comforts. Just as a heartbeat keeps our bodies functioning smoothly, your consistent actions, words, and responses help your child and teen feel emotionally safe and stable. This steady rhythm fosters trust and strengthens your relationship, allowing love and connection to flow more easily between you both, even during times of challenge or change.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
1/13/25 • 06:24
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple tips on ways that you can implement playful ways to promote positive self-talk with children and teens in your life.1. Role-Playing Scenarios2. Affirmation Treasure Hunt3. Mirror Talk Games4. Positive Self-Talk JarPromoting positive self-talk is like teaching children and teens to be their own inner cheerleaders. Just as a coach on the sidelines encourages and motivates, your words during play provide them with the tools to build inner strength and confidence. Over time, they’ll carry these uplifting messages in their minds, helping them face life’s challenges with a belief in their own abilities and a deeper connection to you.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
1/6/25 • 07:00
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple and practical tips that can be applied at home to help your child or teen build emotional regulation skills and foster emotional growth and intelligence.1. Role-Reversal Play2. Emotion Pictionary3. Emotion Clay Sculptures4. Emotion SongsFostering emotional regulation in children and teens is like teaching them how to sail. The ocean of life will always bring waves, but through playful practice, they learn how to steer their ship, adjust their sails, and navigate through the storms. By giving them tools to regulate their emotions, parents become their lighthouse, guiding them through rough seas while strengthening the parent-child connection.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
12/30/24 • 07:48
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four practical and simple tips on how to problem solve using play, as well as how each tip will help you connect more with children and teens.1. Role-Playing Scenarios2. Puzzle Games3. Creative Problem-Solving with Art4. Team ChallengesTeaching children and teens to solve problems through play is like giving them the tools to navigate a maze. You walk alongside them, showing them the way when needed, but ultimately letting them find the path on their own. Each playful problem they solve strengthens their ability to handle the twists and turns of life, while simultaneously deepening the bond between you as their trusted guide.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
12/23/24 • 09:48
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple and practical tips of ways to use play to explore feelings with children and teens, as well as how each tip is helpful.1. Art-Based Play2. Emotion Puppets3. Emotion Yoga or Movement Play4. Feelings Scavenger HuntUsing play to explore feelings with children and teens is like planting seeds in a garden. Each playful interaction is a seed that, over time, grows into a deeper understanding of emotions. Just as tending to a garden requires care and patience, nurturing emotions through play fosters emotional resilience and a stronger parent-child connection.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
12/16/24 • 07:01
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple tips that you can implement today to start the journey of cultivating emotional intelligence in the lives of children and teens.1. Teach Emotion Labeling2. Model Emotional Regulation3. Encourage Empathy4. Use Emotionally Reflective QuestionsCultivating emotional intelligence in children and teens is like watering a garden. Just as a garden flourishes when it’s nurtured with care and attention, children and teens blossom emotionally when you help them understand and manage their feelings. By encouraging emotional growth, you’re creating a space for their emotional well-being to thrive, deepening your connection and fostering a healthy, supportive relationship.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
12/9/24 • 07:48
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will share four simple, yet powerful tips on how to share your own feelings with children and teens, as well as how applying these tips will help strengthen your connection with them.1. Use “I” Statements2. Acknowledge Your Own Mistakes3. Share Feelings in Everyday Moments4. Be Honest About Difficult EmotionsSharing your own feelings with children and teens is like giving them a map to navigate their emotional world. Just as a map guides someone through unfamiliar terrain, your emotional openness helps them understand their own feelings and how to express them. This emotional roadmap strengthens your connection, creating a safe space for trust and emotional growth.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
12/2/24 • 05:52
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will explore four empathetic questions, how they’re helpful, and examples of when to use them.1. "What do you think would make you feel better?"2. "What was the hardest part for you?"3. "Is there something you'd like to talk about?"4. "What do you need right now?"Asking empathetic questions is like giving children and teens a map to navigate their emotions. You provide them with guidance, but they learn to choose the path that helps them move forward, building self-confidence and emotional intelligence. In this journey, your connection strengthens as you walk beside them, offering understanding and support.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
11/25/24 • 06:00
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will explore four tips that can be implemented today to help the children and teens in your life experience the power of validation.1. Acknowledge Their Emotions2. Listen Without Judgment3. Reflect What You Hear4. Normalize Their ExperienceValidation is like shining a light in a dark room, helping children and teens see their emotions clearly. By acknowledging and accepting their feelings, you give them the tools to navigate their emotional world confidently. As you practice validation, you’re not just reflecting their emotions—you’re lighting a path that strengthens your bond and deepens the trust between you, creating a relationship built on understanding and empathy.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
11/18/24 • 07:12
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will explore four simple and practical tips that will help provide emotional regulation tools to your child or teen.1. Grounding Exercises2. Visualization3. Movement Breaks4. Emotion WheelHelping children and teens build emotional regulation tools is like giving them a toolbox for life's challenges. Each tool becomes a key resource they can pull out when emotions run high, helping them repair misunderstandings and calm storms before they grow. As you teach them how to use these tools, you're not only guiding them through difficult moments but also deepening your emotional bond, creating a relationship rooted in trust and support.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
11/11/24 • 07:51
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will explore four simple and practical tips of what healthy communication is, some examples of healthy communication, and how implementing these tips will foster growth in your relationship with the children and teens in your life.1. Active Listening2. Clear and Respectful Language3. Expressing Feelings Using “I” Statements4. Regular Check-InsImplementing these tips is like building a bridge between you and your child or teen, with each principle acting as a sturdy support beam. Just as a well-constructed bridge provides a safe and reliable passage, healthy communication creates a strong and supportive pathway that allows for deeper emotional connections and mutual understanding, ensuring a smooth journey together through life’s challenges.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
11/4/24 • 05:30
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will explore four simple and practical tips of how to engage in play with the teenagers in your life, what that engagement looks like, and how it can help foster growth in your connection with them.1. Join in Their Favorite Video Games2. Participate in Creative Hobbies3. Engage in Sports or Physical Activities4. Attend Events or Shows TogetherEngaging in these activities with your teen is like tending a garden together; each shared experience, whether it’s playing games, exploring creative hobbies, or attending events, acts as watering and nurturing the soil. Just as a well-tended garden flourishes with care and attention, your relationship with your teen grows stronger and more vibrant through these meaningful interactions, cultivating emotional understanding and deepening your bond.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
10/28/24 • 05:16
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will explore four simple and practical tips of how to make building an emotional vocabulary fun for your children and teens, including examples as to how you can implement these tips with the children and teens in your life.1. Emotion Cards and Games2. Feelings Charades3. Storytelling and Role-Playing4. Emotion JournalsImplementing these activities can make building an emotional vocabulary engaging and enjoyable, fostering stronger communication and emotional connections between you and the children and teens in your life.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
10/21/24 • 07:11
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will explore four simple and practical tips of how to apply body scans at home in fun ways and how they can help strengthen your connection with the children and teens in your life.1. Incorporate Imagination2. Use Visual Aids3. Combine with Movement4. Create a Relaxing EnvironmentImplementing fun ways to do body scans helps children and teenagers become more emotionally regulated by making mindfulness practices engaging and enjoyable. This shared activity fosters a deeper emotional connection, as it creates a supportive environment where they feel safe to explore and express their feelings. Regular practice can enhance their self-awareness and emotional resilience, strengthening the bond between you.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
10/14/24 • 06:24
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will explore four simple and practical tips of how to apply “I” statements in your home and how they can help strengthen your connection with the children and teens in your life.1. Expressing Feelings2. Requesting Behavior Change3. Expressing Needs4. Setting BoundariesImplementing these four tips—expressing feelings, requesting a behavior change, expressing needs, and setting boundaries—helps build and strengthen relationships with children and teens by fostering open, respectful, and empathetic communication. This approach encourages mutual understanding, reduces conflicts, and promotes a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and heard, ultimately enhancing trust and connection within the relationship.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
10/7/24 • 06:36
Send us a textIn this episode of the Playful Connection Podcast, Eddie Shin will explore four simple deep breathing exercises with specific examples of how to teach them to your children and teenagers and why and how they help.1. Balloon Breathing2. 4-7-8 Breathing3. Box Breathing (or also known as Square Breathing)4. 5-5-5 BreathingPracticing deep breathing exercises together can create a peaceful and supportive environment, demonstrating that you are attentive to their emotional needs. This shared activity builds a foundation of mutual understanding and trust, reinforcing your role as a reliable source of comfort and guidance in their lives.Support the showCheck out, subscribe to, and follow my Instagram and Facebook for more information between episodes regarding helpful tips that can further your connection with the children and teens in your life!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playfulconnectionpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558404776860Contact: playfulconnectionpodcast@gmail.comCheck out the therapy practice where I work: https://www.canyonbreezecounseling.com
9/30/24 • 06:46
