How to talk to your child
It can be hard to know what the right thing is to say to your child, it can also be hard to remain calm when your child is displaying problematic behaviour! Using the PACE method can open conversations:
P
Playfulness
try to keep your tone light, use positive facialexpressions.
A
Acceptance
Show your child you accept their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours even if you don’t agree with them. “I can see your angry, I’ll still be here once you calm down”
C
Curiosity
About wondering the reasons behind the behaviour “I wonder if your feeling nervous about school today and that’s why you don’t want to go”
E
Empathy
Actively showing your child they are important to you. “Your upset, I hear that, and I am here for you.”
