In today's episode of Sheila's Take, host Sheila Dunbar sits down with Coach Yana, a unique children's confidence coach who blends storytelling, movement, and creativity to create a nurturing virtual world for kids. They dive deep into Yana's innovative methods, the challenges today's digital age poses for children, and how her platform, thelaptoplifecoach.com, is making a transformative impact. Whether you're a parent, an educator, or someone passionate about child development, this conversation offers valuable insights on fostering emotional intelligence and resilience in young minds. Don't miss out on this inspiring and enlightening discussion!
00:00 Understanding and Processing Emotions
00:27 Welcome to Sheila's Take
01:05 Introducing Coach Yana
02:03 Building Confidence in the Digital Age
03:26 Coach Yana's Personal Journey
06:44 The Big Sister and Cheerleader Approach
10:40 Creating a Virtual World for Kids
11:43 Challenges and Surprises in the Digital Space
19:12 Journey to Imagination Land
24:21 Bribing Kids with Talkies
24:38 Handling Children's Emotions Calmly
25:26 Reflecting on Childhood Yelling
26:21 Encouraging Open Communication
30:43 Balancing Screen Time and Activities
34:05 Future Goals for Laptop Life Coach
35:53 Lightning Round Questions
40:52 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
✨ In This Episode We Discuss:
Coach Yana's unique approach as a “big sister cheerleader” and virtual confidence coach for children
How storytelling, puppetry, and interactive digital games create meaningful connections with kids online
The challenges of raising emotionally intelligent children in today's digital landscape
Effective techniques for helping children process and express their emotions
Practical distraction methods to calm children during emotional moments
The negative impact of yelling and how to foster healthier communication
Balancing screen time with other developmental activities
Coach Yana's personal journey and vision for The Laptop Life Coach
Real success stories and transformations from her confidence coaching programs
🎧 Listen/watch now to discover fresh strategies for supporting your child’s emotional growth, building stronger connections, and creating a healthy digital balance.
Ready to empower your child's emotional growth in the digital age? Visit https://thelaptoplifecoach.com/ to discover Coach Yana's innovative confidence coaching programs. Her platform offers creative classes, interactive resources, and personalized guidance designed to nurture bold, emotionally intelligent, and self-aware young minds. Give your child the gift of confidence and emotional resilience in a format they'll love!
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