Understanding Children's Frustration

Frustration is a common experience for both adults and children, often stemming from unmet expectations or unexpected events. Adults may feel overwhelmed when plans change unexpectedly, such as discovering a store is closed or dealing with a canceled meeting. Recognizing that children, too, experience similar emotions and challenges can foster empathy and patience in parents. By understanding that a child's reaction is their way of expressing feelings that adults also experience, parents can respond to their children's frustrations with kindness rather than frustration.