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Parenting Tip: I sometimes lose my temper. Does that mean I’m a bad parent?

4 February 2010 2 Comments

Parent Tips
No, many parents lose their temper with their children. It’s okay to feel angry, but it’s not okay to take it out on your children.

When you’re really angry, take a break. For example, take your children for a walk or call a friend to come help you.

If you feel angry with your child almost every day or have trouble controlling your temper, get some help by talking to your family doctor. He or she can offer advice and provide resources to help you. There are groups that can help parents, also.

Source: familydoctor.org

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SheSaid/HeSaid said:

I found communication to be the best way to deal with my temper. I've had my years as a yelling parent – and realized how ineffective it was. So, I sat down with my kids to explain how we as a family needed to change the way we interacted. I explained I would really try to stop yelling and try to communicate better – and over the years I have improved. I still yell – but only as a last resort.

So I hope yelling doesn't make me a bad parent. It's not like we have all the answers – just because we are parents doesn't mean we know how to handle all the situations we face. We strive to do the best and be the best we can be for our kids.

# 8 March 2010 at 1:50

Laura (author) said:

I totally agree with you. I usually try the “quiet”, diplomatic way but sometimes they just “don’t hear us”.
I hope that soon yelling is not needed and yes, I will try harder the Talking way.

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