Parenting Children - August 24, 2012

Day 12 – Introduction to the Love Languages

Parenting Children Ages 0-10

self-confidence is built through knowing we are loved
self-confidence enables us:
•  to be different when we need to be
•  to build close relationships
•  our children have “emotional tanks" which need to be kept full
•  their behavior acts as the gauge showing the level in the tank

Question:
What are the signs of an empty “emotional tank” in your child(ren)?

From Series: "Parenting Children Ages 0-10"

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  • normal toddler behavior between twenty months and four years old
  • you are not a bad parent
  • remember HALT
  • think ahead – distractions, choices, routines

When faced with full-blown tantrum

  • assume impassive face and body language
  • if in public, stay close or hold with firm hug till anger subsides
  • once over don’t show too much relief

For you, what will be hardest about reacting to a tantrum in this way?  Why?

 

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