The effects of yelling

We tend to yell in this family, but that doesn't mean we can't change our tendencies.

Yelling doesn't work for us and definitely not our kids. After some verbal battles that escalated volumes way too quickly, I had a conversation with Samantha. I asked her if she enjoyed yelling and getting angry. She replied no and looked sad. I then asked if she thought this was a good way to start the day. Sam shook her head. I agreed with her and suggested we just stop yelling because I don't like the way it makes me feel. She thought it was a good idea and said she thought it was a good idea. We a few days in and it is working well.


We all do the best we can at the time and the drive for improvement is what drives evolution. Our kids are developing according to their experiences. Daddy and I are evolving as parents. We have never been afraid to admit our mistakes or bad choices because we want our kids to see us right our wrongs and learn from our actions. That is one of the best thing we can do for them.