One “Anger Buster” you can use to help students work through and beyond their anger is to have them count to 10 using the Assertive 10 Responses while they engage in ripping a strip of paper called the “Rip a Strip”. This is a strategy from our National Seminar “Discipline and the Difficult Child”. You… Read more »
You bring out the best in yourself by looking for the best in others! – Gene Bedley
I’m always here to understand you. I’m always here to laugh with you. I’m always here to cry with you. I’m always here to talk with you. I’m always here to think with you. I’m always here to plan with you. Even though we might not always be together, Please know that I’m always here… Read more »
Dealing with the Dangers of Bullying; Abusive Behavior Becoming More Common Among the Young, Many Fear Some kids call it ragging. Some call it messing. They used to call it dissing. To most parents it’s bullying. To grandparents it’s just plain disrespect. To experts abusive behavior is becoming more common. And, they say, it may… Read more »
Love is a conquering force! – Phil Jackson
1.Maintain Structure/Support/Regular Routine. Keep family routines as close to normal as possible, such as meal times, activities, and bedtimes. Continue school attendance if at all possible. 2.Manage Information. Limit TV viewing of the event to no more than 15 minutes for children under 5 years old each day, 30 minutes for children ages 5-12. When… Read more »
Recent episodes of school violence have focused attention on “quick fix” solutions, but the answer doesn’t lie in equipping schools with metal detectors. We must help students develop the skills to manage their emotions, resolve conflict nonviolently, and respect differences. Such skills add up to what is known as emotional intelligence, and they are even… Read more »
It Couldn’t Be Done Somebody said that it couldn’t be done But he with a chuckle replied That “maybe it couldn’t,” but he would be one Who wouldn’t say so till he tried. So he buckled right in with the trace of a grin On his face. If he worried he hid it. He started… Read more »
If you wrestle with pigs you re going to get really muddy And only one of you is going to really like it! – Author Unknown
In seeking to find replacement behaviors for children who are out of control be sure and check the things that are contributing toward the frustration/injury that s fostering the lack of self-control. Talk with the child and help them see you are confident they can regain their composure. Building their confidence is critical in helping… Read more »
