- Stay Calm and Neutral: Avoid taking sides, and help children express their feelings calmly.
- Encourage “I” Statements: Teach them to say things like, “I feel upset when…” instead of blaming.
- Teach Problem-Solving Skills: Ask them for ideas on how to solve the problem, helping them think of fair solutions.
- Guide Them to a Compromise: Help them see that sometimes both sides can give a little for the best outcome.