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Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments

8 Phrases You Shouldn’t Say to an Upset Child

Feb 13, 2024
Explore the impact of words on a child's emotional well-being during distress. Uncover phrases that hinder rather than help, like 'use your words' and 'calm down'. Learn the importance of listening, validating emotions, and providing a supportive environment for children to grow.
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Quick takeaways

  • Encouraging children to 'use their words' or 'take a deep breath' may escalate distress, model calmness instead.
  • Listening to upset children, offering empathy, and avoiding dismissive phrases strengthen the parent-child connection.

Deep dives

Avoiding Common Phrases When Children Are Upset

Encouraging children to 'use their words' or 'take a deep breath' when they are upset may not be helpful during moments of dysregulation. Instead of trying to correct their behavior immediately, it is more beneficial to model calmness and provide space for them to express their feelings without judgment.

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