If your child often asks “Are you mad at me?”, melts down after small things, or avoids situations where they might “get it wrong”, you may be seeing Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) in action.

And if you sometimes find yourself second-guessing your parenting, avoiding asking for help, or feeling crushed by criticism… RSD might be part of your story, too.

This short, accessible, self-paced mini-course is here to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface of RSD behaviours, so you can respond with empathy, reduce shame, and build emotional safety for both your child and yourself.

What You’ll Learn

Through six bite-sized video lessons (each under 10 minutes), you’ll discover:

What RSD is and why it happens – in clear, parent-friendly languageHow RSD shows up in children at home, at school, and in friendshipsHow RSD shows up in us as parents – and how it shapes our responsesPractical, connection-first tools to help your child feel safe and understoodHow to move from rejection to recognition and build genuine self-worthPDA-friendly ways to offer recognition that don’t trigger shame or shutdowns

You’ll walk away with practical scripts, mindset shifts, and a gentle roadmap for navigating RSD moments with less stress and more connection.

Your Course Resources

To make this learning stick (and to give you quick help in the heat of the moment), you’ll also get:

PDA-Friendly Recognition Cheat Sheet – quick, low-pressure ways to affirm and connect without triggering PDA pushbackConnection Bank Tracker – a simple way to notice “deposits” and “withdrawals” in your relationshipRSD Moment Toolkit – quick-access scripts, self-compassion prompts, and a personal plan templateReflection Worksheet: When RSD Shows Up in My Parenting – gentle prompts to help you notice patterns and respond differentlyFull video transcripts for every lessonClosed captions for accessibilityWhy This Matters

RSD can be exhausting and heartbreaking for children and parents alike. It can drive meltdowns, avoidance, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and deep shame. Without understanding what’s really going on, it’s easy to misread these behaviours as “bad” or “manipulative” when they’re actually nervous system protection strategies.

This course gives you the insight, tools, and compassion to respond in ways that build trust, safety, and self-worth.

A Gentle, Doable FormatSix short videos (10 minutes or less)Watch anytime, at your own paceNo overwhelm—just practical strategies you can try straight awayReady to Feel More Equipped and Less Alone?

This isn’t about “fixing” your child—it’s about understanding them deeply, supporting them effectively, and showing up for yourself with the same compassion.

If you’re ready for less shame and more connection in your home, this course is your starting point.

👉 Join the course now and start supporting RSD with empathy, confidence, and connection.

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