Should I explain to my child that even adults have big feelings sometimes?

Allah Almighty states in the noble Quran at Surah Al Shams (91), Verses 7-10: ‘And by the soul and how it is designed (for infusion into the body).Thus, We have designed (the soul with discretion) for wickedness and piety without any doubt success is for the one who developed purity (of the self) and indeed, failure is for the one who embraces (the darkness of ignorance and immorality).’ This affirms that both adults and children must work to manage and purify the self, including emotions and impulses.

It is recorded in Jami Tirmidhi Hadith 2628, that holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ stated: ‘T Which of the Muslims is most virtuous?’ He said: ‘The one from (the harm of) whose tongue and hand (other) Muslims are safe.’ Helping children understand that parents also need to practise self-control makes the lesson genuine and relatable. When a parent shares their own experiences in managing emotions in a calm manner, it encourages the child to embark on a lifelong path of personal growth. It makes the parent relatable while highlighting the significance of aiming for high standards in behaviour, as instructed by the Sunnah.