Whether young or old, no one is a stranger to tantrums. A constant source of frustration and consternation for parents, tantrums can actually be fairly predictable and--if you're engaging in good self care--straightforward to navigate. 

Here's the acronym from the show - remember, tantrums are MUCH more likely to emerge in a child or adult when that person is:

• Hungry
• Angry
• Lonely
• Tired
• Sick
• Growing, or
• going through a Transition

Anyone who can update the original HALT acronym to include Rebekka's added S, G, and T gets the first ever Sandbox tote bag!

Links to resources mentioned in this episode:

• Diane's simplified Child Centered Activity protocol (adapted from Gloria De Gangi's original work)
•  Circle of Security International's fantastic handout on secure attachment, including the motto: 
  • Always be stronger, wiser, & kind
  • Whenever possible, follow my child's lead
  • Whenever necessary, take charge