When a child says, “My brain won’t stop,” they aren’t being difficult — they’re being honest.
Their mind is still processing the day.
Helpful Tools
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“You had a big-thinking day. Your brain is still sorting things out.”
Externalize the thoughts
Invite them to imagine placing worries or ideas into a container, cloud, or story character that can hold them overnight.
Offer a gentle anchor
A familiar voice telling a familiar story gives the brain something safe to land on.
Silence can feel loud to imaginative kids. A gentle sound can be calming.
