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From Fear to Hope: Parenting Through Crisis with Compassion

From Fear to Hope: Parenting Through Crisis with Compassion

Update: 2025-10-13
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In this heartfelt episode, Amy opens up about a recent family crisis that brought her to her knees - and the quiet resilience that helped her rise again. Through personal reflection, she explores the science of co-regulation, the role of community in healing, and what clinical psychologist Dr. Matt Zakreski calls “psychological capital” - hope as something we can actively build through small acts of connection.

You’ll leave with compassion, clarity, and a practical 5-step plan for crisis moments - so you can respond with love, not fear.


Resources Mentioned:

Dr. Matt ZakreskyIn the Business of Hope: How to Keep Believing When Things Feel Impossible

Dr. Mona DelahookeThe Developmental Iceberg: Looking Below the Surface of Challenging Behaviors

Crisis & Suicide Lifeline (U.S.) — Call or text 988

Find a Helpline (International) — findahelpline.com


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From Fear to Hope: Parenting Through Crisis with Compassion

From Fear to Hope: Parenting Through Crisis with Compassion

Amy Kotha