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Colorful, abstract “worry monster” artwork created by blowing paint with a straw—part of an activity that helps kids externalize anxiety by turning worries into characters they can name, explore, and talk to.

How to Externalize Anxiety for Kids: The Worry Monster Activity

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on May 2, 2026June 7, 2024

This fun worry monster activity helps children shrink overwhelming feelings and manage stress. Learn how to externalize anxiety for kids with this effective and engaging …

Teenage girl with colorful paint on fingers and face used to illustrate blog post on How to reach your child's subconscious through art - 7 questions to ask

How to reach your child’s subconscious through art: 7 powerful questions

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on May 2, 2026May 21, 2024

Reach your child’s subconscious through their art! Use these 7 insightful questions to connect with their inner world and understand what makes them tick. Kids …

Small girl, in a yellow dress, on a bed - hiding her face behind her bunny ears hairband. Used for illustration in the article - How to get through to kids who won't listen: secrets from neuroscience

How to get through to kids who won’t listen: a need to know secret from neuroscience

by Debbie McKelveyupdated on September 19, 2026February 13, 2024

Unlock the best secrets from neuroscience to get through to kids who won’t listen. Learn Erickson’s top trick to get good advice past their closed …