Catchphrase – You are in charge of your body

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Sometimes it’s hard to find just the right words to say. These catch phrases can help by offering you go-to phrases in stressful situations.


You are in charge of your body.


Context: If your child moves close to a friend, and then wants space, your child can move away. Tell your child, “You are in charge of your body, you can move away if you’re feeling crowded.”

 

If your child sat down next to a scratchy plant that is waving in the wind, your child can move away. Tell your child, “You are in charge of your body, you can move away if you’re feeling uncomfortable.”

 

If your child is playing and the play gets too loud, they are in charge of your body. Tell your child, “You are in charge of your body, you can walk away and find a quiet spot.”

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