These are the tag points I use to manage a tantrum. They are successful in calming the child in a gentle, supportive way.

They are:

• Quiet mouth
• Appropriate vocalization
• Hands still
• Feet still
• Exhales

Here’s an article with more details on these calming tag points:  https://autismchaostocalm.com/tagteach-for-autism-the-calming-tag-points/