Self-Soothing

Samantha has many methods to soothe herself when she is hurt or upset.  Sometimes she sits on the step where we used to give her time-outs and cries until she is done crying.  Sometimes she kisses her own toe when she stubs it.  But my favorite is how, when she really needs some comfort, she says, KISS TOBY, FEEL BETTER, and gives the dog a kiss and a hug.  Works every time!