Acacia Rise

RDI® Foundations A one day experiential RDI® workshop for parents and professionals, focusing on resilience, flexibility, emotional regulation, and guiding.

Episode 3 is here. 💛
Resilience doesn’t appear overnight; it’s built slowly, in the moments when we pause, reset, and try again.

This week, Christina shares her journey of rediscovering herself as a parent, caring for her own emotional well-being, and supporting her son as he grew confident enough to join a group competition.

A gentle reminder that when parents feel supported, children feel safe to grow.

🎧 Spotify → https://tinyurl.com/SharedstepsRDIpodcast

▶️ YouTube → https://tinyurl.com/YouTube-CP

Ready to support neurodivergent children with confidence? We’ve got you covered!

📘 Free ebook: Supporting Neurodivergent Children with Confidence
👉 https://tinyurl.com/Get-Free-Support-Ebook
🎓 RDI® Training: Become a certified professional
👉 https://tinyurl.com/Learn-RDI-Training
🌐 Free Online Course: RDI® Made Simple – A Starting Point for Parents & Professionals
👉 https://tinyurl.com/RDI-Made-Simple
🧩 Digital Resource: What Lies Beneath – Understanding Your Child’s Behaviour
👉 https://tinyurl.com/What-Lies-Beneath-Digital
📖 Children’s Book: Jack and the Rainy Day – A story to help kids understand feelings & challenges
👉 https://tinyurl.com/Jack-and-Rainy-Day-ebook

Supporting parents & professionals every step of the way!

“Once I started looking beneath the behaviour… everything changed.”

This week, Sherlyn shares her journey into RDI and why understanding the why behind behaviour matters so deeply.

🎧 Watch & listen:
YouTube → https://tinyurl.com/YouTube-CP

Spotify → https://tinyurl.com/SharedstepsRDIpodcast

Ready to support neurodivergent children with confidence? We’ve got you covered!

📘 Free ebook: Supporting Neurodivergent Children with Confidence
👉 https://tinyurl.com/Get-Free-Support-Ebook
🎓 RDI® Training: Become a certified professional
👉 https://tinyurl.com/Learn-RDI-Training
🌐 Free Online Course: RDI® Made Simple – A Starting Point for Parents & Professionals
👉 https://tinyurl.com/RDI-Made-Simple
🧩 Digital Resource: What Lies Beneath – Understanding Your Child’s Behaviour
👉 https://tinyurl.com/What-Lies-Beneath-Digital
📖 Children’s Book: Jack and the Rainy Day – A story to help kids understand feelings & challenges
👉 https://tinyurl.com/Jack-and-Rainy-Day-ebook

Supporting parents & professionals every step of the way!

Parenting just got easier!
I’m sharing a fantastic resource created by Lisa Palasti, RDI Training Director from Canada. Her insights are practical, compassionate, and deeply grounded in developmental thinking. If you’re looking for real-life tools to support your child’s emotional and learning journey, this is a must-read for parents. 💛
Have a look and feel free to share with anyone who might benefit!

If your interested in learning how to guide your child's growth in meaningful authentic everyday opportunities, check out my On Demand Training which is filled with theory and video's of real world application. https://mindfulguideconsulting.com/step/on-demand-parent-training-lander/

Discover RDI® – the relationship-based approach helping children thrive beyond static skills.
Learn practical ways to support your child’s social, emotional, and dynamic thinking skills.
📘 Free course: RDI® Made Simple → https://tinyurl.com/RDI-Made-Simple

🌏 We’re Live Online! 🎉 Our website www.rdisoutheastasia.com is officially launched and it’s fully connected with our social media: Instagram and Facebook! Now, whether you visit us online or follow us on social media, you’ll find the resources, updates, and stories about RDI®️ in Southeast Asia. ✨ On our website and social channels, you can: Learn about upcoming RDI®️ trainings for parents and professionals Access practical resources and guides Follow inspiring stories of families and educators making a difference Stay up to date with events and community news Connect with us everywhere: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rdisoutheastasia 📘 Facebook: @RDISoutheastAsia 🌐 Website: www.rdisoutheastasia.com Let’s build relationships, confidence, and independence together. 💛 #rdisoutheastasia #rdiconnect #RDIAsia #neurodiversity #autismawareness

💡 Empathy ≠ Agreement
A common worry I hear from parents is: “If I show empathy, won’t my child think their behaviour is okay?”
Here’s the truth:
👉 Empathy doesn’t mean you condone the behaviour.
👉 Empathy means you understand the feeling driving the behaviour.
For example:
“You’re angry because playtime ended — I get it. It’s hard to stop when you’re having fun. But throwing toys isn’t safe.”
✨ Notice what happens here:
You’ve named and validated the emotion.
You’ve also held the boundary firmly.
This balance is powerful. Empathy builds connection. Boundaries build safety. Kids need both.
Next time your child is melting down, try this 3-step script:
1️⃣ Name the feeling (“You’re frustrated.”)
2️⃣ Show you get it (“It’s hard when…”)
3️⃣ Hold the limit (“But hitting isn’t safe. Let’s find another way.”)
❤️ When children feel understood, they’re more open to guidance.
👉 What’s one way you’ve shown empathy and kept a boundary recently? Share below — your story might help another parent!