During this unprecedented global pandemic, kids of all ages are suddenly living in closer quarters with family (and for the first time, there are less external programs, activities and fewer ‘alternate adults’ to model how to cope with life’s challenges). Kids are now observing the adults in their lives more regularly (and with more granularity!) … and taking direct cues around self-management. Things can feel overwhelming with so much uncertainty, and kids pick up on anxiety and stress, and often come to mirror it quickly. This can create an unhealthy cycle within the family unit, where stress can actually become contagious. As adults struggle to keep emotions regulated and not flip out, here are 5 videos offering simple strategies for keeping things more calm, open, proactive and healthy. Parents and kids can watch them together and talk about how to make things feel less stressful at home, while we’re thrust into our new, unusual circumstances - try these out today!