Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments

8 Phrases You Shouldn’t Say to an Upset Child


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Have you ever considered how your words might affect your child's emotional well-being during moments of distress? Today, we delve into eight phrases that might unintentionally escalate rather than alleviate their upset. From the seemingly innocent "use your words" to the dreaded "calm down," we'll uncover why these phrases can hinder rather than help our children in times of need.


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Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without PunishmentsBy Michelle Kenney, M. Ed

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