Ripples of Resilience
Ripples of Resilience
Jana Marie Foundation
Smooth Transitions
21 minutes Posted Jun 25, 2026 at 10:00 am.
Why Routines Break Down
Why Transitions Drain Kids
Tantrums As Needs Showing Up
Plan Ahead Then Coach Live
When They Refuse Anyway
Weekly Reset For Plan A
Regulate Yourself To Lead
Visual Cues And Simple Supports
Routines As Anchors Not Perfection
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The hardest parts of the day are often the “in-between” moments: turning off a screen, getting out the door, starting homework, and powering down for bedtime. When those transitions go poorly, it can feel like the whole day is held hostage by routines, arguments, and tantrums. We wanted a grounded, practical roadmap for caregivers and educators, so we sat down with Dr. Peter Montminy of A Mindful Village to talk about what’s really happening in a child’s brain and body during change. We unpa...