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Big Meltdowns
A meltdown is a message, not manipulation.
Spot the clue: Big Meltdowns
| The clue you see | What it means | Do tonight |
|---|---|---|
| Melts down at the store or in public | Too much noise, light, or waiting. | Short trips. Snacks packed. Exit plan ready. |
| Falls out over a broken snack or wrong cup | Needed things to go the expected way. | Keep routines the same where you can. |
| Gets worse when you talk more | Words are noise during a storm. | Say less. Sit near. Wait it out. |
| Melts down after school | Held it together all day. Home is the safe place to fall apart. | Snack, quiet, no questions for 30 minutes. |
| Can't stop once it starts | The body is flooded. Logic is offline. | Safety first. Teach later, not during. |
Then do Monae's 3 steps: 1. Stop ✋ 2. Breathe 🌬️ 3. Say what I need 🗣️
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