Does your child ever seem to flip into fight-or-flight after they’ve done something wrong or made a simple mistake?
You’re not imagining it — their brain is protecting them from shame, even if it means shifting blame onto others.
In this episode, Emily Hamblin unpacks the shame-blame cycle in both parents and children, especially in neurodivergent families, and why these reactions happen automatically.
You’ll learn how to spot the early signs of this cycle, respond with compassion instead of criticism, and help your child build the emotional regulation skills they need.
Emily also shares practical tools for keeping your own brain calm and intentional, so you can guide your child through mistakes without escalating the moment.
By the end, you’ll feel empowered to replace knee-jerk blame with connection, problem-solving, and trust.
💛 Connect with Emily on Instagram @emilyhamblincoaching
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