In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with the wise and wonderful Sissy Goff to talk all things anxiety, regulation, and relationships—especially how these show up in the lives of our daughters. As moms, we carry our own stories and hopes for our girls, and Sissy reminds us how to attune, slow down, and connect in a way that rewires our daughters' hearts and minds for resilience and trust.
Together, we unpack the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways anxiety shows up, the importance of healthy attunement without overfunctioning, and how to guide our girls through relational conflict—including what to do when they face “mean girl” moments.
🔹 Attunement over anxiety – How slowing down, speaking with empathy, and staying emotionally present helps our daughters regulate and feel seen.
🔹 Reinforce the good – Why what we pay attention to most (brave moments vs. crisis) shapes our kids’ emotional wiring.
🔹 Strong and kind – How to teach our girls to stand up for themselves with courage and compassion in the face of conflict.
🔹 Trust over fear – Why early intervention matters, and how trust—not just bravery—is the key to helping kids overcome anxiety.
This episode is rich with practical language and tools—including Sissy’s “VOMP” framework for conflict and a new children’s book that helps little ones build courage through the power of connection and love.
Let’s raise girls who are emotionally equipped, deeply loved, and grounded in grace—starting with us.
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