Want to hear a fantastic discipline tip I learned a few months ago? If your kids are bickering to the point of no return, issue a “hand-holding time out.” Sit your kids on a sofa and have them hold hands until they settle down and apologize. The human touch is surprisingly calming, even when you’re touching the very subject of your anger! Genius, yes?
p.s. It works wonders on marital arguments, too!