Power of one’s true self
That capital D word never seems to be an easy concept in the parenting world. Everyone seems to perceive things differently, yet divorce seems to be the one factor that will not allow it to be easy. Yet sometimes staying true to yourself is as important as discussing such a topic. A sweet personal story must be brought up. My style of being a storyteller and remaining authentic.
The sweet true story of my little one in parenting world
The little one sees their parent for the weekend and it isn’t easy when transitioning from house to house. This particular Sunday evening was extra difficult for the little one. The not listening and being mean phase of a toddler is strong that night. They stood in front of me with an angry face, stomped foot, and said “Not You!” I was in shock at having all 3 things happening at once. A simple foot stomp is one thing but the others seemed to serve the purpose of them being upset.
The sweet power
Called them in to talk and say it hurt my feelings when they act that way towards me. Sorry was said with a nice hug. Minutes since have passed with finishing up brushing their teeth during our nightly bedtime routine they tell my partner “I’m gonna tell them I’m sorry again” as I hear that from the other room. They come into the room as sweet as can be. They apologized sincerely to me and gave me a nice big long hug. The sweet power of storytelling in parenting world shines bright. And during such times, it’s vital to remain true to yourself.
In conclusion, it’s important to stay sweet and true to yourself with your little ones. They have emotions uncontrolled which can be frustrating. Take time to slow down and see how they are feeling. Figuring out the “Why” is the important part. More from this Storyteller will be soon.
How to handle an angry toddler
- Handling very angry kids
When your child is angry, stay calm and acknowledge their feelings. Encourage them to express themselves verbally, offering reassurance while maintaining boundaries. Practice deep breathing techniques together, and offer a quiet space where they can cool down. Avoid punishment during the anger but address behavior afterward when everyone is calm. Simple as that with not other steps involved.
