How to Cope When Your Toddler Accidentally Triggers You
How to Stay Grounded When Your Toddler Unknowingly Triggers You
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To cope with the triggering nature of your toddler being inflexible, reframe the given situation as an opportunity to teach your child about options. This can be very healing as an exercise for a parent who wasn't given many choices growing up and who may have longed for some semblance of independence. You can also try doing a body scan and notice where you feel any tension. Visualize yourself breathing relaxation into those tense areas of your body.