[QUOTE=LabRat27;6355778]I journaled about it. I wrote about it in a way that was compassionate and understanding towards the child who was experiencing it.
Compassionate and understanding towards myself.

IMO, having been on the other side of this perspective, self compassion and self understanding are useful qualities to cultivate. If you can't claim the benefits for yourself, I have also found that they are useful in expanding empathy and understanding towards others who are different than you.