EP 31 | Is Your Calm Corner Just Time-Out in Disguise?

A beanbag and a poster do not make a calm corner.

If your calm space is feeling more like a soft time-out than a supportive sanctuary, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew. I unpack why calm corners often miss the markand what to shift so they actually support emotional regulation.

You’ll hear:

💫 Why many calm corners become time-out in disguise

💫 The role of co-regulation and adult presence in calm corners

💫 What calm corners truly need to be effective (hint: it's more than breathing posters)

💫 How to build a calm corner with children, not just for them

💫 What to do when a child resists the space, and how to preserve autonomy

This one’s for educators and carers who are ready to rethink calm down strategies and build spaces that truly support emotional growth.

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