152. How to See Beneath Your Child's Behavior When They Melt Down
152. How to See Beneath Your Child's Behavior When They Melt Down  
Podcast: Leadership Parenting- Resilient Moms Raise Resilient Kids
Published On: Wed Jul 01 2026
Description: Send us Fan MailWhen your child's behavior feels confusing, the fix usually isn't a tougher consequence. It's a clearer read on what's happening underneath. In this episode we look into why a meltdown, an eye roll, or a kid who suddenly can't get out the door is almost always the tip of something bigger, and I walk you through a simple piece of brain science that makes it click. Then I hand you the two jobs of parenting, love and connection first, teaching second, and show you how to use them in real moments with a toddler at the park, a fourth grader stuck on homework, and a teenager who snaps the second they walk in the door. You'll leave knowing how to lead with connection without giving up your leadership.If you'd like to get the show notes for this episode, head to: https://leighgermann.com