Raised Resilient: Help Your Highly Sensitive Child

Dr. Hilary Mandzik - Psychologist
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Raised Resilient: Help Your Highly Sensitive Child

Parenting is the hardest job ever – and parenting a highly sensitive child who’s struggling can feel downright impossible. If you’re suffering through endless meltdowns and aggressive behaviors, walking on eggshells, and losing sleep worrying, you’ve landed in the right place. Because I’m here to help you feel GOOD about parenting your sensitive kid with big emotions! I’m Dr. Hilary – clinical psychologist and mom of 3 helping you end the constant meltdowns and reclaim peace in your home. Join me each week on the Raised Resilient Podcast as I help you make sense of your sensitive child’s challenging behaviors & build resilience in the face of their big emotions. I’ll help you understand your child’s behavior (and your reactions to it!) so that even the really hard moments make more sense. I’ll empower you with tools, strategies, and scripts to navigate those really hard moments with connection and confidence. (And I’ll remind you that no tool, strategy, or script is as powerful as your parenting ace – your relationship with your child!) I’m passionate about parenting differently – parenting in a way that sees all kids as good, even when they’re struggling. I’m passionate about breaking unhelpful generational cycles and putting a hard stop to spanking, time outs, shaming, and yelling -- for all kids and especially for sensitive kids with big emotions. I want to help you stop worrying about whether you’re “raising them right” and feel confident that your kids will grow up trusting themselves and feeling comfortable in their skin … because they were raised resilient. And that’s big. Because raising our kids resilient can literally make this world a better place. Listen, parenting is hard no matter how you do it. You won’t “enjoy every moment”, no matter what that lady at the store says. But I’m here to help you go from just barely surviving with to parenting in a way that genuinely feels good, for you and your child. So, warm up your coffee and grab your ear buds. It’s time to turn your child’s sensitivity into their SUPERPOWER! Connect with me: https://www.raisedresilient.com/ IG: @raisedresilient Get your Free Mastering for Sensitive Kids Meltdowns Guide: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns Take my free QUIZ to see if you’ve got a sensitive kid: https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz Book your free Breakthrough Session! https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough

  1. 6 HR AGO

    What to Do When Your Sensitive Kid Refuses to Say “Thank You”: 5 Tips for Building Real Gratitude (Without Forcing It & Causing a Meltdown!)

    It can be tough when your child refuses to say "thank you" after receiving a gift or kind compliment. In those moments, it’s easy to feel the weight of judgment as a parent, wondering what others might think. But there’s more happening beneath the surface. Let’s unpack why these moments can be so overwhelming for your child—and why their reaction often feels so triggering for you. You’ll learn 5 practical strategies to help your child express gratitude in ways that feel safe and authentic for them while keeping the moment connected and positive. Plus, we’ll talk about how to handle your own feelings when your child resists saying “thank you.” And don’t miss this Black Friday special: If you book your free breakthrough session for December and we decide the Chaos to Connection program is a fit for your family, you’ll receive an extra month of live support. Schedule your free call today and take the first step toward a calmer, more connected family! FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz NEW HOLIDAY Meltdown Guide: https://www.raisedresilient.com/holidaymeltdowns FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things Mastering Meltdowns Support: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns  Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

    31 min

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Parenting Reflections: How I Messed Up with My Oldest This Week (& How My Mistake Can Help You Avoid Getting Stuck in the Disconnection Cycle with Your Sensitive Child!)

    We all have those parenting moments we’re not proud of—the ones where we lose our cool or miss the mark. So today, I’m opening up about one of mine. It happened just this morning with my oldest son, and let’s just say I didn’t exactly follow the advice I so often share with clients. I’m sharing this story because I know I’m not alone in these messy moments. Together, we’ll unpack what was really going on, how my own emotions got in the way, and the mindset shifts I had to make to recover from this situation.  And spoiler alert: it wasn’t about him being “mean” at all, but about something much deeper that I almost missed. So sit back, relax, and hear an honest reflection on what it means to parent imperfectly, even when you “know better.” My story might even help you find some reassurance, and hope that you can always turn things around. FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz NEW Guide: Mastering Meltdowns: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns  FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

    19 min

  3. 20 NOV

    “My Child is a Sore Loser!”: 3 Strategies to Help Your Sensitive Child When They Can’t Handle Losing

    Losing is hard for any child, but for a highly sensitive kid, it can feel like the end of the world. If you’ve ever seen your child crumble after losing a board game or storm off the field after a tough match, you’re not alone.  In this episode, I’ll share 3 practical strategies to help your child handle losing without feeling defeated or like they’re a "sore loser." From building emotional resilience to reframing what it means to "lose," these tips will empower both you and your child. Here’s the thing: the big emotions that come with competition can actually be wonderful opportunities for growth. Learning how to navigate losing is an essential life skill, and you can be the steady guide your child needs. By taking these steps, you can help them move from frustration to confidence—and even find joy in the process, no matter the outcome. FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz NEW Guide: Mastering Meltdowns: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns  FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

    23 min

  4. 15 NOV

    Parenting Reflections: 5 Things I’m Doing Right Now to Avoid Overwhelm, Support My Mental Health & Show Up as the Parent I Want to Be

    Today I’m getting real about how I cope when the world feels chaotic. With recent events—especially the election and so much happening in our communities—overwhelm is all too easy to feel. Instead of letting the stress pile up, I’m sharing the 5 small but powerful things I do to keep my mental health in check, even when things seem out of control. These aren’t quick fixes but simple habits that help me stay grounded and present for my family. From focusing on what’s right in front of me to setting boundaries around social media, each tip has become a lifeline when the world feels heavy. These small shifts have helped me show up with calm and clarity, even on the toughest days. If you’re feeling the weight of the world right now, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about how we can stay steady in times of stress, and remember—our mental health matters, especially when we’re raising little ones in a fast-paced world. FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz NEW Guide: Mastering Meltdowns: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns  FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

    15 min

  5. 13 NOV

    When Things Feel Stressful, Make Your World Smaller: Why Raising Resilient Kids Today Will Make a Better Tomorrow

    This week, with all the election energy swirling around, I couldn’t help but think about the world our kids will grow up in—and how raising resilient children can truly make a difference. In times of collective stress and uncertainty, like what many of us are feeling right now, our kids will face a future that’s bound to be full of challenges. But what if they’re equipped to handle it all, with the strength and emotional intelligence to weather whatever comes their way?  In this episode, we’ll dive into 3 powerful reasons why resilience is a gift that goes beyond just our homes. It’s all about creating a foundation that will not only help them as individuals but also foster positive change in the world around them. You see, raising resilient kids isn’t just about making their own lives easier—it’s about planting seeds for a better future. Join me as I share why resilience matters so much, especially right now, and how we as parents can lean into this mission with confidence and hope. FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz NEW Guide: Mastering Meltdowns: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns  FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

    24 min

  6. 8 NOV

    Parenting Reflections: Breaking the Disconnection Cycle: Hannah’s Story of Complete Transformation That Made Parenting ‘Wonderful’ Again

    Hannah was a mom who felt stuck in an exhausting cycle of disconnection with her two young kids, especially her deeply feeling 4-year-old. Despite all her efforts, she struggled to create the peace and connection she so wanted in her home—and felt frustrated and overwhelmed in the process. In this episode, I chat with Hannah about her transformative journey through the Chaos to Connection program. She opens up about how things shifted from daily battles to a space where parenting finally feels wonderful, and her family is thriving in ways she never thought possible. Hannah’s story is an inspiring reminder that a different way of parenting is within reach, even if things feel challenging now. If you're ready for this kind of change in your family, join us to hear how Chaos to Connection made all the difference for her and might for you, too! FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz NEW Guide: Mastering Meltdowns: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns  FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

    27 min

  7. 6 NOV

    "My Sensitive Kid is Rude to Strangers!" -- How to Guide Your Child Through Public Encounters Without Tears, Screaming, or Embarrassment

    We’ve all been there: you’re at the store with your highly sensitive child, and a friendly stranger says “hello” or asks a simple question. But instead of a polite response, your child might blurt out “no!” or “I don’t want to smile!” Inspired by a listener’s question, let’s dive into why these encounters can feel overwhelming for sensitive kids and why they react this way. We’ll talk about what’s going on beneath those big reactions, how overstimulation affects them, and why small interactions can feel like too much, too fast. It’s often less about rudeness and more about your child’s need for safety in busy settings. Here’s the thing: it’s easy to feel caught off guard in these tricky moments, making it tough to offer your child the comfort they need. But with a few simple strategies, you’ll be ready to handle these situations with ease. Next time a stranger stops to chat, you’ll know how to turn the encounter into a confidence-building moment—for both you and your child. FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz NEW Guide: Mastering Meltdowns: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns  FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

    19 min

  8. 1 NOV

    Parenting Reflections: My Sensitive Child Hit, Spit, and Called Me Names -- Here's Exactly How I Handled It to Build Lasting Emotional Resilience

    We’ve all had those days when we’re pulled in every direction, leaving little time to connect with our kids. In this week’s episode, I share a personal win: the story of my 3.5-year-old’s meltdown after a day spent mostly apart from me. Between school, work, and conversations with others, I barely had a moment with her—until her emotions came pouring out. When those big feelings surfaced, I was pleasantly surprised to find myself staying calm and grounded instead of immediately feeling triggered. I drew on everything I’ve learned over the years to keep my cool and be present as she let out all her bottled-up emotions. Sometimes, parenting wins aren’t about what we fix but how we show up in the moment. I was genuinely proud of how I handled this situation, which goes to show the importance of allowing our kids to process their big feelings without shutting them down. It’s a reminder that sometimes simply being there for them is more than enough. FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough Is Your Child Highly Sensitive? Take My FREE Quiz! https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz NEW Guide: Mastering Meltdowns: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns  FREE Guide: 10 Things Your Highly Sensitive Child Needs You to Know: https://www.raisedresilient.com/10things Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisedresilient FREE Mindset Shifts: https://www.raisedresilient.com/mindset

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Parenting is the hardest job ever – and parenting a highly sensitive child who’s struggling can feel downright impossible. If you’re suffering through endless meltdowns and aggressive behaviors, walking on eggshells, and losing sleep worrying, you’ve landed in the right place. Because I’m here to help you feel GOOD about parenting your sensitive kid with big emotions! I’m Dr. Hilary – clinical psychologist and mom of 3 helping you end the constant meltdowns and reclaim peace in your home. Join me each week on the Raised Resilient Podcast as I help you make sense of your sensitive child’s challenging behaviors & build resilience in the face of their big emotions. I’ll help you understand your child’s behavior (and your reactions to it!) so that even the really hard moments make more sense. I’ll empower you with tools, strategies, and scripts to navigate those really hard moments with connection and confidence. (And I’ll remind you that no tool, strategy, or script is as powerful as your parenting ace – your relationship with your child!) I’m passionate about parenting differently – parenting in a way that sees all kids as good, even when they’re struggling. I’m passionate about breaking unhelpful generational cycles and putting a hard stop to spanking, time outs, shaming, and yelling -- for all kids and especially for sensitive kids with big emotions. I want to help you stop worrying about whether you’re “raising them right” and feel confident that your kids will grow up trusting themselves and feeling comfortable in their skin … because they were raised resilient. And that’s big. Because raising our kids resilient can literally make this world a better place. Listen, parenting is hard no matter how you do it. You won’t “enjoy every moment”, no matter what that lady at the store says. But I’m here to help you go from just barely surviving with to parenting in a way that genuinely feels good, for you and your child. So, warm up your coffee and grab your ear buds. It’s time to turn your child’s sensitivity into their SUPERPOWER! Connect with me: https://www.raisedresilient.com/ IG: @raisedresilient Get your Free Mastering for Sensitive Kids Meltdowns Guide: https://www.raisedresilient.com/meltdowns Take my free QUIZ to see if you’ve got a sensitive kid: https://www.raisedresilient.com/quiz Book your free Breakthrough Session! https://www.raisedresilient.com/breakthrough

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