This list helps strengthen emotional literacy in adults and children alike; it includes synonyms for feelings, physical sensations, and sources of stress.
CCFW Emotions and Stress Handout
Focus Area: Parent Well-Being & Effective Parenting Practices
Peace & Kindness Meditation (15 minutes)
This practice, also known as Loving Kindness, promotes compassion and self-compassion, led by Diane Hetrick.
Peace & Kindness Meditation (10 minutes)
This practice, also known as Loving Kindness, promotes compassion and self-compassion, led by Robyn Long.
Gratitude Meditation (10 minutes)
This meditation promotes a deep sense of appreciation by focusing on aspects of life that are supportive to our well-being, led by Ann Hollar.
Stress Check: Progressive Muscle Relaxation (8 minutes)
This practice promotes calm and a sense of ease by guiding you to gently engage and release different muscle groups, led by Robyn Long.
Lynn Fainsilber-Katz
Dr. Katz research focuses on children’s social and emotional development in the context of family relationships, including marital conflict, domestic violence, and parent’s use of emotion coaching. Learn more about her research on the UW Psychology Department website.