I Can’t Hear You

This may sound a bit odd to try but it seems to work really well in my house. When my kids get to loud or in my youngest son's case, starts to yell for everything, especially when frustrated, I just tell them "I can't hear you because you are to loud. Can you speak quietly so Mama can understand what it is you are saying?" And it works! They or he, immediately lowers his voice and tells me whatever he needs quietly and calmly. We aim for days without yelling in the house and we have gone a few days without major screaming matches. Sometimes, all they simply need is a soft reminder of the importance of speaking to be understood, not just heard.  With love and dedication, anything is possible!