Substance Abuse & Addiction

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  • Learn to speak softly to your kids and remind yourself not to lose it and to stay calm.
  • Play calming music, i.e. classical or harp music, to have a time of peace for you and your kids.
  • Allow your kids to tap you on the shoulder and say, "Daddy/Mommy, I think you're getting angry."
  • Realize we aren't perfect and must be willing to humble ourselves and ask for forgiveness.
  • During family vacations in close quarters, stick to the same rules you have at home.