Post-its are stuck on the walls in key places around our house, saying things like “Take a deep breath” and “Don’t overtalk.” These are reminders to me for how to talk with and deal with Theo, based on my experience and advice I’ve been given. These reminders are especially important when Theo is upset and arguing.
My daughter has similar meltdowns. I wished I had learned your calm, stay firm approach before the angry escalating became such a hopeless circle of bad habits between my daughter and I. The unfortunate part is that my daughter resorts to violence😞 always has. And perhaps at 38 yrs old, she’s been misdiagnosed most of her life
I love this beautiful example of how emotionally regulating ourselves ripples out, creating stability and a space for listening, and also I see and appreciated the workout the heart gets on a regular basis!!! Listening is a generous act that bears fruit! Thank you.
AJ -- thanks for this honest look at how some of your days with Theo can be so terribly frustrating. I bet there are millions of moms who can relate to the scenarios in this blog and who have tried some of your techniques. Some of your sentences describe me to perfection.
My daughter has similar meltdowns. I wished I had learned your calm, stay firm approach before the angry escalating became such a hopeless circle of bad habits between my daughter and I. The unfortunate part is that my daughter resorts to violence😞 always has. And perhaps at 38 yrs old, she’s been misdiagnosed most of her life
I love this beautiful example of how emotionally regulating ourselves ripples out, creating stability and a space for listening, and also I see and appreciated the workout the heart gets on a regular basis!!! Listening is a generous act that bears fruit! Thank you.
AJ -- thanks for this honest look at how some of your days with Theo can be so terribly frustrating. I bet there are millions of moms who can relate to the scenarios in this blog and who have tried some of your techniques. Some of your sentences describe me to perfection.
Thank you. LG
Great information to diffuse a situation! 👏