The Little Monsters on Their Shoulders: Talking Anxiety, Self-Worth & Support for Kids
In this deeply important episode, we shine a light on the rising tide of anxiety and depression in children—where an estimated 1 in 12 U.S. kids ages 3 to 17 experiences social anxiety, and over 5 million adolescents face at least one major depressive episode each year. These aren’t just numbers—they’re our children.
Our guest dives into how kids often carry invisible “monsters” on their shoulders, whispering every flaw, every blooper, every imagined mistake—while the world only sees their highlight reel. We explore how emotional support, meaningful conversation, and tools like the Monsters on Mill Street series can help kids manage big feelings, feel seen, and know they are not alone.
🎧 If you're a parent, educator, or someone who loves a child, this episode is a call to action—and a message of hope: Your child is not broken. They are wonderfully made.
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