We don’t say these phrases to hurt our kids. 
We say them because we care and want to make things better. But sometimes, our good intentions miss the mark and our kids feel dismissed instead of supported. Try swapping out the “shut-it-down” phrases with ones that say: 
💬 “I hear you.”
💛 “I’m with you.”
🧠 “We can do this together.” Want to know how your child naturally regulates their emotions so you can support them better in moments like these? Comment “REGULATE” below and I’ll DM you our free Regulation Questionnaire—your first step toward more connection, less chaos. #gentleparenting #respectfulparenting #emotionallyintelligentkids #bigfeelings #saythisnotthat #emotionalvalidation #parentingtools #consciousparenting #regulate #behavioriscommunication #connectionfirst #seedandsew