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Listen "Anti-Fragile Kids: Embracing the 4 D's for Resilience with Liz Faria"
Episode Synopsis
The transition to kindergarten brings big changes, including less parental visibility and a drastic shift from play-based to academic learning. Licensed clinical social worker Liz Faria discusses how parents can manage their own anxiety and help children build resilience. Learn about "anti-fragile" parenting, the crucial role of the "Four D's" (Discomfort, Distress, Disappointment, and mild Danger), and why avoiding accommodations is essential for fostering a competent, sturdy child.
Meet Our Guest:
Liz Faria is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) whose focus is working with the parents of anxious children.
Inspirational tip: "Your kids' neuro pathways are being changed through their experiences and not accommodations or avoidance."
Top Takeaways
Parents set the emotional tone; relaying a sense of calm confidence helps children navigate new stressors.
Encourage children to encounter the "Four D’s" (discomfort, distress, disappointment, mild danger) to build resilience.
Actively avoid "accommodations" — major parental behavior changes designed to prevent a child’s anxiety.
Helpful Links & Tools
Resources:
Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD (Book)
FlusterClux (Podcast)
The Anxious Generation (Book)
Small Animals (Book)
Hunt, Gather, Parent (Book)
Let Grow (Organization)
SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) https://www.spacetreatment.net/
Inside Out 2 (Movie)
Contact Liz Faria:
https://www.lizfarialicsw.org/
[email protected]
Fox Hill School Website: https://www.foxhill-school.com/
Meet Our Guest:
Liz Faria is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) whose focus is working with the parents of anxious children.
Inspirational tip: "Your kids' neuro pathways are being changed through their experiences and not accommodations or avoidance."
Top Takeaways
Parents set the emotional tone; relaying a sense of calm confidence helps children navigate new stressors.
Encourage children to encounter the "Four D’s" (discomfort, distress, disappointment, mild danger) to build resilience.
Actively avoid "accommodations" — major parental behavior changes designed to prevent a child’s anxiety.
Helpful Links & Tools
Resources:
Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD (Book)
FlusterClux (Podcast)
The Anxious Generation (Book)
Small Animals (Book)
Hunt, Gather, Parent (Book)
Let Grow (Organization)
SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) https://www.spacetreatment.net/
Inside Out 2 (Movie)
Contact Liz Faria:
https://www.lizfarialicsw.org/
[email protected]
Fox Hill School Website: https://www.foxhill-school.com/
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