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The louder the emotion, the more likely it has been trying to communicate something for a while.

Children don't usually have the words to say:
"I'm overwhelmed."
"I feel misunderstood."
"I need help."

Instead, they show us through their behaviour.

When we focus only on stopping the behaviour, we can miss the message underneath it.

Listening to the emotion doesn't mean agreeing with the behaviour. It means helping a child feel understood first, because feeling understood is what helps the nervous system settle enough for learning, problem-solving and change.

What behaviour do you think is often misunderstood?

I see the unwavering commitment of so many parents in my community. It's not about being flawless parents. Know that your consistent presence and heartfelt efforts say everything. You are breaking the cycle.

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