This works with all ages of children.

However, it looks different at different ages.

Here’s the thing that makes this so tricky.

Logically, we know,

“Or course, if my child is having a tantrum, I don’t need to.”

But our challenging kids know exactly how to push our buttons, and they get our internal saboteurs all riled up and suddenly we are spinning in our own thoughts and emotions. And they are spinning in their thoughts and emotions and we create what my youngest likes to call a spinning war.

Learn my 2 tips to help!

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[00:03:32] Tip #1 – Recognize Tantrums (more obvious when they are younger)

[00:04:33] Tip #2 – Use PQ Reps to stay calm!

[00:05:06] Parenting Challenging Children Calmly and Confidently in only Three Months

[00:06:42] The next time your child is having a tantrum – try these tips!

HELPFUL LINKS

Today’s Show notes – sheridanripley.com/ child-having-a-tantrum

Podcast Episodes – https://sheridanripley.com/category/podcast/

Parenting Challenging Children Calmly and Confidently in only Three Months!

#120 You don’t need to have a tantrum, just because your child is!