ridvan_celik via Getty Images Parents sometimes say things to their children that are harmful — without realizing it. Parents don’t set out to say hurtful or harmful things to their children, but it happens. That’s why it can be helpful to know some of the potentially damaging phrases parents often resort to without realizing their impact. AdvertisementSo HuffPost Parents spoke with several experts who shared some harmful phrases you should try to erase from your vocabulary — and what to say instead. “You’re a [insert label here].”AdvertisementOne of the most valuable things parents can do for their children is simply avoid labeling them, McManne said.

Source: Huffington Post June 24, 2021 19:07 UTC