I understand, it is REALLY hard to watch your child get frustrated and beat themselves up after having a hard time understanding their homework.
This is incredibly common in students of all ages!
I have seen some of the brightest students speak negatively to themselves because they aren’t understanding something.
It is important to let them know that it is OKAY to not understand something at first and feel frustrated.
Then...have them step away from the work causing them frustration for a while by either taking a break or working on something else.
Sometimes, taking a break allows them to calm down and also come back with a fresh perspective.
Negative self talk is counter-productive! Believe me… Just because I'm a tutor does not mean that I have not been frustrated or had a tough time grasping a subject. But, I had to learn how to get through it and I can help your child get through it too.
Hope this helps!
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