May 13, 2025
Ep. 221: A Brain-Based Way to Understand Baffling Behavior
The Baffling Behavior Show {Parenting after Trauma}About this episode
Could you use a short refresher about what I mean when I say your child’s "owl brain flew away"? Or do yoRu know someone who is willing to listen to a short explanation of how you’re approaching your child’s baffling behaviors? In this episode, I revisit - briefly- what behavior really is and the owl, watchdog, and possum brain metaphor. I explain why it's such a helpful way to understand your child's baffling behaviors. I also talk about what actually helps those protective brains calm down so the owl can return. In this episode, you’ll learn: What the owl, watchdog, and possum brains really represent in your child’s behavior. How to recognize which brain state is in charge. Why our goal isn’t to fix the behavior but to offer regulation, connection, and safety. Resources mentioned in this podcast: Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior {EP 84} Webinar and eBook - Focus on the Nervous System START HERE podcast Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors All Behavior Makes Sense infographic Owl, Watchdog, Possum fridge sheet packet Read the full transcript at: RobynGobbel.com/brainbasedunderstanding I would love to have you join me this March in Durango, CO for a 3-day, retreat style workshop: Presence in Practice: An experiential workshop into the neurobiology of how change happens. All details and registration ------> https://RobynGobbel.com/Durango Register by December 19 for $75 off! Get access to over 25+ free resources in our brand, new Free Resource Hub! RobynGobbel.com/FreeResourceHub ::: Grab a copy of USA Today Best Selling book Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors robyngobbel.com/book Join us in The Club for more support! robyngobbel.com/TheClub Sign up on the waiting list for the 2027 Cohorts of the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Immersion Program for Professionals robyngobbel.com/Immersion Follow Me On: Facebook Instagram Over on my website you can find: Webinar and eBook on Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior (FREE) eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE) LOTS & LOTS of FREE Resources Ongoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The Club Year-Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: The Baffling Behavior Training Institute’s (BBTI) Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With)