Leeann Horrill

10/06/2024

We can set limits on behaviour while still responding to, and acknowledging, the feelings underneath their behaviour. It’s normal for kids to have the desire to eat lots of sweets, and of course they just want to keep playing that computer game, its fun!

We can acknowledge those feelings and desires even as we say “no”. eg. “It’s time to turn the computer off now, I know you’d love to keep playing and it’s hard to stop huh. Do you need my help?”

When kids feel like we understand how they feel, it makes it easier for them to accept the limit. Our empathy also helps them learn to handle frustration and disappointment, which builds resilience.
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05/07/2023

Parenting with Connection is on again! Starting 15th August.
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19/06/2023

http://leeannhorrill.com/how-to-help-kids-with-their-big-emotions/

The secret to helping kids with their big emotions is to first manage your own. If you are upset, stressed out, angry or anxious, then your children will feel your upset.

13/02/2023

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