The good news is, there is a structure for building resilience at home — and you don't have to become a totally different person to start seeing results.
Your kid is melting down on the way to school, fighting with their sibling before anyone has even gotten on their clothes. They seem paralyzed when something doesn't go their way. Either having a huge tantrum or completely shutting down. They get SO upset at home, but seem fine in public.
The teacher says they're doing fine, but you know your child is too rigid, too anxious, or just too sensitive. Or, the teacher says they're a problem, and you don't know how to help them from home. You try to reiterate the rules, you try to go over the behavior chart, but still nothing changes.
You want to support them, but what you're trying isn't working. And, frankly, if you knew what to do, you'd have done it already.
To find out if working with Talia is right for you
Is drawing a picture and if something doesn't go as planned, crumples up the paper and stops trying
Generally experiences feelings of nervousness around trying new things
Is reading a book and the minute they get to a word they don't know, stops wanting to read altogether
Is playing soccer and when they miss their goal, goes to the sidelines not wanting to play anymore
Has big meltdowns over seemingly small issues
To learn more and see if it's right for your family
"This is the best decision I’ve made for my family by far. I like my 11 year old more, he likes me more, and my husband and I can finally breathe.
Dan S.
" I didn't want to spend time on this... But finally, a year after I attended the workshop, I joined the class. I wish I did it sooner. I'm a different mom. We are, actually, calmer and more connected. Thank you."
Melissa C.
" Talia's Raising Resilient Kids program has been life changing for my family. Talia's intuition with children runs deep. I found an immense benefit in having a small community. It was such a relief to see that it's not just me, it's not just my child experiencing this."
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" Now that the tantrums have subsided... we can see more clearly who he is — a little boy who wants to take risks and be in his own charge while he explores his world. Our household is now experiencing more calm connection, and let me tell you that the investment is soooo worth it."
Taylor H.
BEFORE
You try to affirm feelings, somehow it makes the meltdown worse
They don't have chores, independence, or a clear role at home
You send your partner articles, podcasts, reels, and they either listen or don't. Either way, you're not consistent in responding to your kid, and don't always agree on what's best.
You have a long list of things your kid needs to. learn, improve upon, or change
They melt down at the slightest provocation
They take risks and literally says things like "that was hard, and I did it!"
You have a clear system for building confidence, that doesn't make you and your kid cringe.
They help around the house (mostly) and know their role
You and your partner are on the same page. You are operating from the same playbook, have a shared language, and have seen this work in real time.
They have a clear sense of their strengths, and know how to use their strengths to solve problems.
You have a long list of your child's strengths, where they shine, and how to help them use their strengths to act on the world.
AFTER
They don't know what theyr'e good at. They say things like "I'm just bad at everything" or "I hate myself"
"What a relief it was to connect with an expert so accessible to help with our daughter’s reading! The road map Talia walked us through was extremely helpful in aiding our daughter become a better reader without forcing a bad experience. Three month later, our daughter is on a regular schedule, comfortable reading out loud and improving each day. Thank you Talia!"
"You gave me the sense that I can be in control of a joyful setting for my 5 year old to learn how to read, and that was exactly what I was looking for in our conversation. I am legitimately looking forward to starting to put together these resources for her and I look forward to being in touch with you as we continue down this path!"
"Talia kindly spent some time with me yesterday, and in 30-minutes, I became infinitely better prepared to encourage my 5 and 7 year old to develop better literacy habits. We put some of her ideas to work today -- which were met with great success!"