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Managing an Outdoor Meltdown

October 6, 2015 by Erin Kirkland Leave a Comment

Managing an Outdoor Meltdown - Outdoor Families Magazine

by Bridgett Ross "Take a deep breath in, and exhale slowly." I have witnessed these words ease overwhelming emotions countless times. I even use them on myself. When speaking these words to my 3-year-old son, however, he responds, "I DON'T WANT TO BREATHE!" Okay. I guess I have to get creative. "WOW!" I announce. "This leaf! Watch how it flies!" I place a dry leaf in the … [Read more...]

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