Until she felt safe—emotionally, physically, relationally—no amount of punishment would work. Safety is the prerequisite for learning. Always.
Acknowledge the week: “We made it through seven days without anyone yelling. That’s a win.” Order her favorite takeout. No lectures. 30 days with my schoolrefusing sister
Admitting that 30 days didn't "fix" everything, but it changed how you relate to her. Until she felt safe—emotionally
We stopped trying to "fix" her and started trying to support her. I shut up.
I shut up. For the first time, I shut up.