Phrases to Calm an Angry Child
26 Phrases to Calm an Angry Child
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Try this: I'm here for you. I love you. You're safe. (Then, sit in stillness with your child and allow the emotion to rise up and pass.)
When children are in the throes of anger or panic, often their bodies are experiencing a stress response whereby they literally feel unsafe. Letting them know they are safe supports them until the discomfort passes. This is a vital skill of resilience.