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Six Phrases to Ease Your Child’s Fears

When our children become anxious or scared, here are some tips on what to say and how to handle their fears: “I am here for you.” This creates a sense of containment, where a child knows your are there and have time for them. “Tell me about it.” When you create a listening environment, children […]

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On February 20, 2017

When our children become anxious or scared, here are some tips on what to say and how to handle their fears:

  1. “I am here for you.” This creates a sense of containment, where a child knows your are there and have time for them.
  2. “Tell me about it.” When you create a listening environment, children feel heard and valued.
  3. “How big is your worry?” Children relate to having big feelings and like the concept of big.
  4. “Can you draw it?” Sometimes children will easily take to a crayon, marker and paper better than speaking.
  5. “Do you have any questions?” A great concept for children is questioning and you want to instill that their questions are important.
  6. “Let’s breathe.” Teach children the concept of breathing deeply, hold it in, and slowly let it out. This is a skill that is valuable and life long.