#3) Opt For A Change Of Venue

When I'm feeling so short-tem-
pered I'm getting downright snap-
py, I'll suggest to my children that
we do something else that very
moment. If we're in the house, we'll
get out — even if it's just to go get
a slurpee or ice cream. If we're in
the store and everyone is fussy, I'll
move to another area (like the toys).
Change of place, however small
and seemingly insignificant, can
bring a change of attitude.
And that brings me to my last
point, and it also has to do with

attitude:

#4) Accept Responsibility For
Your Behavior

We give ourselves so many excus-
es. "I meant to send that birthday
card, but..." or "Sorry I didn't get that
report to you like I said I would..."
Whether we admit it or not, as
adults we are in control of our

behaviof.
Before you scold, yell at, mock,
curse or threaten your child, stop
and ask yourself:
Is this worth making a big deal
about? Step back and assess the
situation and take control of your-
self. And yes, you can do it.
Patience is a skill, and one that
requires a great deal of work. Don't

give up.

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