30/09/2025
Understanding the Root of Behaviour
When a child’s behavior feels off, it’s easy to label it as misbehavior. But often, there’s something deeper going on.
Instead of:
❌ “They’re just being difficult.”
Try asking:
✅ “What’s really going on here?”
Possible underlying causes:
Hunger or exhaustion – Is their body asking for rest or nourishment?
Sensory overload – Are they overwhelmed by too much noise, light, or touch?
Emotional skills – Are they struggling to process big feelings?
Unmet needs – Is there something they need, but can’t express yet?
Remember, behaviour is just the surface.
Behind every outburst or challenge, there’s a message we can listen to and understand.
What’s one way you’ve learned to approach your child’s behavior with more compassion?
