Explain to the child that you need a time out. This popular discipline measure is understood by most children these days. A time out means you are out of control and need some time alone to think about how you can get along well with others. When you re on the verge of exploding, that is exactly what needs to be done. 6. Allow your children to see that you are in tantrum mode.
Children understand tantrums.
If you lay on the floor, kick your feet, wave your arms, and yell that you cannot take it anymore, a child will understand that it is time to take care of you. Children can be very compassionate when they see that when you lose your temper, you feel just like they do. Discuss how upset you are with your child. Exploring feelings may help the child to understand that your may yell, and storm around, but that does not mean they are to blame, or are unloved in any way. Assemble a list of support people that you can call who will understand and support you when you cannot deal with the situation anymore.