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Anger can be difficult to handle but as adults we should be able to do so successfully. When it comes to our children, teaching them how to be assertive without being aggressive is a must. To do this your should set limits for them to encourage self control. Another way to teach your children how to handle anger is to set an example for them. Your children watch and often mimic every move you make so be a good role model in every situation you encounter. This is probably the best way to encourage positive behavior from your kids. Babies aren't born with the ability to distinguish emotion. They simply feel good or bad. Yet as they grow they do learn that acting one way yields attention from you. Begin to teach your children when they are babies that their distress can be soothed by your calm voice.

As your child grows learn to anticipate their anger, or tantrums, and combat them with choices. Teach them that they can either get angry at your and get in trouble for misbehaving or they can help you make a decision and remain calm. Children, especially toddlers, want immediate satisfaction or they become angry. If you remain calm you set a good example and show them that anger does not get rewarded. Try to keep your sense of humor throughout it all. Also, be firm in your limits. This will go a long way in teaching your children to be assertive in their anger and not aggressive in it.