In the next little while, I'm going to tell you a story of a brown envelope that was given to me and why I resisted opening it. The hesitation changed the course of my life. It's about how we respond to life what life places in our hands.But to do that, I have to go back in time. When I was 17, I was enrolled in accountancy in a junior college in Singapore. It was a safe, secure path, my parents thought.You see, growing up in the 80s in Singapore, success had a very practical shape. Financial stability is s ...

Child Development & Parenting - Approximately 20% of children experience intense emotional and behavioral challenges daily [2] - These children, often highly sensitive, can quickly escalate from calm to overwhelmed [3] - Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) is a temperament trait, not a disorder, characterized by heightened awareness and emotional reactivity [7] - Sensitive children are more susceptible to addictive behaviors, anxiety, and depression if their needs are unmet [8] - Playful parenting can help sensitive children develop self-regulation skills and manage their emotions [4][5] Parenting Strategies - Parents should validate their own emotions to model emotional regulation for their children [10] - Engaging playfully during meltdowns can interrupt a child's fear response and promote creative problem-solving [11][12] - Feelings games that connect body sensations to emotions can enhance self-awareness [13] - Equipping sensitive children with communication skills helps them thrive and feel understood [15] - Parents of sensitive children should adopt an exceptional and playful leadership approach [15]