Quick calm steps

  1. 1

    Stay calm

    Lower your voice. Slow your body. Breathe.

  2. 2

    Give space

    Step back. Use fewer words. Remove the audience if you can.

  3. 3

    Offer a choice

    Calm corner, a squeeze, or a break. Show the pictures.

Say (quietly)

Do

  • Use a quiet, flat voice
  • Show picture choices
  • Give time to respond
  • Keep others safe and calm

Don't

  • Argue or lecture
  • Ask lots of questions
  • Touch unless it's in their plan
  • Make threats or demands

If anyone is unsafe, follow your school's crisis plan and call for help right away.