"Mom! Stop, listen!"
"I am listening."
"You don't even know what I'm talking about. You're so annoying!"
Suddenly, the wind had changed, warning sirens were ringing through the air, and an unpredictable twister was headed straight in our direction, determined to steal our sunny morning.
Toddlers Perspectives:
"No" is the best word ever.
I want what I want, and I want it now.
Screaming "No" feels good.
You can't tell me what to do.
I'll say "No" for as long as I want.
I want to share a story to remind you it is possible to set limits with toddlers compassionately.
It's not an easy task.
You're worn out, tired, and have other children to attend to, but you can guide your little ones back to positive behaviors (instead of demanding) if you step outside your agenda just long enough to find the compassion to consider their experience.
