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Cussing & Fussing
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Spot the clue: Cussing & Fussing
| The clue you see | What it means | Do tonight |
|---|---|---|
| Cusses when angry | Found the biggest words they know. | Stay calm. Big reactions feed it. |
| Cusses, then watches your face | Testing what the word buys. | Flat face. Address it later, calmly. |
| Says mean things to a sibling | Jealousy or a need for your attention. | Name it: "You wanted my eyes on you." |
| Fusses about everything being unfair | Feels unseen or less-than. | Ten minutes of one-on-one time daily. |
| Talks back to every request | Wants control in a day with none. | Offer two real choices you can live with. |
Then do Monae's 3 steps: 1. Stop ✋ 2. Breathe 🌬️ 3. Say what I need 🗣️
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