The 4 C's

It is SO easy to snap, to punish, to get angry when our kids are unkind... We were raised to believe that punishment will teach our kids "the lesson" to not bully again.⁠
⁠
But, it doesn't seem to work.⁠
⁠
Instead, I suggest to parents and educators to get themselves into the mindset of the 4C's when they have to talk with their children or students when there has been an issue.⁠
⁠
The 4C's are: coach, calm, caring & curious.⁠
⁠
If we can stay loving and non-judgemental, the TRUE story can come out. And when it does - we can solve it.⁠
⁠
Usually, when the root issue is resolved, bullying ends.⁠
⁠
Let's remember our little people need to learn how to BE, and that includes how to be KIND. It is up to us to help them learn those lessons.⁠