Raising Good Humans Your Questions, Answered: Tantrums, Bullying & Screen Time with Caitlin Murray of Big Time Adulting!
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Oct 3, 2025 Caitlin Murray, the creator of Big Time Adulting and a witty voice in parenting, shares insightful answers to listener questions. She tackles the tough balance of encouraging kids to face challenges without overwhelming them. Caitlin offers practical strategies for managing tantrums and navigating bullying. They discuss the importance of adult intervention for children with special needs and explore flexible screen time rules. With humor and honesty, Caitlin emphasizes core values like kindness and autonomy, making parenting feel a bit more manageable.
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Repair Beats Robot Calm
- Losing your temper occasionally and then repairing teaches children emotional safety.
- Authentic repair strengthens bonds more than forced perpetual calm.
Protect First, Then Help
- If a child becomes physically dangerous, prioritize safety and separate them until calm.
- Seek help from a pediatrician or specialist if violent meltdowns persist past early childhood.
Bullying Needs Adults
- Bullying requires adult intervention because it involves power dynamics and enlistment of peers.
- Label mean behavior accurately: jerks vs. bullying, since responses differ.