REMINDER: When Parents Get Angry! A. In the moment, if you must yell, use your tools . . . LOUDLY! 1. Say It in a Word “CAR!!!” 2. Give Information “BROTHERS ARE NOT FOR KICKING!!” 3. Describe How You Feel “I GET VERY UPSET WHEN I SEE A BABY BEING PINCHED!!” 4. Describe What You See “I SEE PEOPLE GETTING HURT!!” 5. Take Action without Insult “I can’t allow sand throwing! WE ARE LEAVING!!” B. When the moment has passed and everyone’s safe, take care of yourself. Do whatever works best for you: run around the block; take deep breaths; take a time-out for yourself (lock yourself in another room);
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