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The Difference between Tantrums and Meltdowns:

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Meet Dayna

The tornado sirens went off.
Which happens every Wednesday, and when a tornado is possible.

Is it really that bad? Went through my mind.

Then my phone started blaring … “tornado emergency” this is not a warning, a tornado has been confirmed in your areas, seek shelter immediately.”

I was on a team meeting with people from all over the world and they still understood.

In our work, we teach parents how to create plans to weather even the worst storms.

“Go to your safe place, Dayna” the team exclaimed. And of course, we knew exactly where that was… the basement.

It was time to ride the storm.
Not the time to outrun it.
Not the time to problem solve.
Not the time to make new decisions.

Follow the plan. That was it. Get everyone to safety (even the dogs)

As the sirens stopped we came out of the basement to assess the damage.

We were the lucky ones. Others weren’t so lucky. Outside our home was butterflies and rainbows but 3 miles down the road destruction occurred…
- where I’ve eaten since I was a kid
- where my kids and I swim in the summer
- where my daughter takes dance classes
- where I used to get groceries and gas as a teenager
- where we get our dog food…

All destroyed.

It hit so close to home. Everywhere you see the red is where the tornado hit and represents the images you might be seeing on the news. The blue dot is our home.

My emotions are still settling.
I was one of the lucky ones.
Friends had homes get damaged.
Kids had to go in lockdown until the storm passed.
Other people I know lost their businesses, their homes or their cars.

Yes, all things that can be replaced. But it causes you to pause.
The what if scenarios swirl and ruminate through your mind.

There’s a reason I equate meltdowns to category three storms and tornados.. they can come on so fast, wreak havoc on so many parts of your life and leave you with overwhelming ruminating thoughts.

If you are affected by the storms, either “weather related” or in your family… know you aren’t alone here.

I see you. Together we can get through the storms.

#arkansastornado #calmthechaos #parentingtips #meltdowns

That feeling after a “chat” about parenting
with a spouse that’s not on the same page...

You are not alone!

But, friend word of advice…
Right after the heated discussion
is NOT the time to try to reason!

Both of you need to cool down and be in a safe place to chat.

Then start with connection.
Listen and hear their concerns before advocating for your own.

I’m curious, what’s the most common
parenting “disagreement” in your home?
Tell me in the comments! 👇

Constantly reminding your kids to
Make a good choice ?

While its glaringly obvious to YOU,
this might be wildly vague to a kid.

Which might be why youre saying it so often.

It does nothing to acknowledge their feelings
or help them navigate the situation.

Being specific, empathetic, and compassionate
is a supportive way to help kids build the skills
to deal with the current challenge
AND similar situations in the future.

Taking the time to help them NOW
will save you both a lot of struggle in the long run.

Like this post if you found it helpful! ✨

Every once in awhile a book comes across my path that changes my soul.

@handsfreerevolution’s new book, Soul Shift, is that very book!

With gentle words and actionable exercises, Rachel takes you by the hand and gently guides you to self-love, self-acceptance and self-empowerment.

Why do I have two book?!? Because I’m going to be gifting to book to all my weary friends ready for gentle self-healing!

Ps. I’m chatting with Rachel tomorrow night on my page. If you have a question 🙋‍♀️ just ask!

Run don’t walk to grab not one but two copies of this book!

#booklaunch #bookstagram #booktok #selflove #selfacceptance #soulshift

Instead of expecting your children
to follow rules they had no say in making,
And accept punishments for breaking them,
give them a voice!

Allow them to help establish
family agreements, values, and routines
that work for everyone… not just the adults.

Share this with a friend who gets it! 🥰

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