162. Reduce Hurtful Words Being Said | Parenting When You Feel Hurt by What Your Kids Say

How you respond makes a remarkable difference in what they learn. My 3 year old and I went from a repeatedly tense interaction when he'd say something hurtful, to a beautiful softening and shared emotional HURT, resulting in a drastic reduction in hurtful words said!It came down to this... How will my children learn that what they say can hurt others, if I look angry when they say it?I'm sharing my insights and favorite lessons learned. The March Yes Mom Challenge is here and starting! We start March 1, 2026Sign up today: YES MOM CHALLENGE is where you go to become a positive communicator that feels light and prepared to respond with calm authority and leadership. I'll teach you how to hold boundaries, speak kindly and instruct clearly. Saving you peace and sanity every single day!