Ever wonder how to help an angry child calm down without turning into a volcano yourself? I’ve got you.
In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly what to do in those intense parenting moments - when emotions are high and your kid is spiraling. We’re talking how to deescalate a child, fast, using the power of connection before correction.
As a psychologist (and a mom of two who’s very familiar with meltdowns), I know that dealing with children’s anger can feel like walking through a minefield. But once you get how validation really works - and stop doing that thing we think is validating but actually isn’t - everything changes.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why “You’re overreacting!” never works (and what to say instead)
- The sneaky mistake parents make when they think they’re validating
- How connection before correction helps you keep your cool
- A step-by-step way for how to deescalate a child without caving or yelling
- Real examples for how to help an angry child calm down in everyday chaos
Whether you're dealing with children’s anger over sprinkles, screen time, or stolen Legos, this episode gives you language and tools that actually work. Learn how to deescalate a child without the guilt spiral - and build real trust in the process.
Hit play now to hear how connection before correction can change everything.
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