Navigating the "cringe": How to parent kids who hate emotions (Reissue)

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In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor guides parents through a common and confusing challenge: when kids seem to reject emotional intimacy and vulnerability. Learn about the cultural and social factors that contribute to this "aversion to mushy feelings" and get a "toolkit" of five practical, compassionate strategies. Find out how to model healthy emotional expression, use language that externalizes feelings, and reframe vulnerability as a strength, helping your child build emotional resilience and deeper connections.

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