"This regulates adults more - or at least first - and that order of operations matters because when we regulate our own emotions ... that's one of the biggest things that helps them regulate their emotions," Dr. Becky Kennedy explained. This highlights the importance of parents managing their own reactions to better support their children's emotional regulation.
"Today, I chose to do nothing," Kennedy said in her video, explaining that she took a deep breath, gave him an understanding look, sighed and acknowledged, 'You wish the sweatshirt was clean,' and then watched as he chose another. This shows how stepping back can diffuse a situation and allow kids to make their own choices.
"We had the smoothest morning because instead of engaging in a power struggle, or taking my kids' words too literally, I just chose to do nothing," Kennedy said in the video. This underscores the effectiveness of avoiding unnecessary conflicts and focusing on maintaining calmness.
"Nobody ever wins," Kennedy told TODAY, emphasizing that engaging in power struggles usually results in negative emotions for both parents and children. This insight encourages parents to rethink their approaches during difficult moments.
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