Foundational Skills # 2: Self-Control

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What if teaching self-control to your child could be as simple as playing a game or creating a calming space? On this episode of Common Sense Parenting with Pam, we promise you'll gain insights into practical strategies that can help your child master the crucial skill of self-control. Discover why modeling this behavior in real-life scenarios can have a profound impact on your child's development. From engaging in turn-taking games to practicing deep breathing exercises, we share effective techniques to nurture patience and emotional regulation. We emphasize the importance of setting clear expectations and consequences to guide your child towards responsible behavior, helping them distinguish between their feelings and reactions.
Explore innovative ways to support your child's emotional self-regulation by creating dedicated calm down spaces filled with comforting items. Learn how these spaces offer alternatives to traditional timeout methods, providing a private retreat where children can process their emotions. We delve into reinforcing problem-solving skills through positive strategies like role-playing, empowering children to address conflicts directly. Drawing from enriching childcare experiences, I provide relatable examples that demonstrate the transformative power of these techniques. Whether you're new to parenting or an experienced caregiver, this episode is packed with actionable advice to cultivate self-control and problem-solving abilities in your child.

Rozdziały

1. Foundational Skills # 2: Self-Control (00:00:00)

2. Building Self-Control in Children (00:00:06)

3. Teaching Self-Control in Children (00:07:42)