Resilient kids and teens are better able to handle life’s ups and downs. One way to build resilience in kids of all ages is by teaching them how to communicate their feelings and needs. Having regular, open conversations helps everyone understand that it’s normal and OK to have any (and all) feelings and to share them with others.
Click here for more information about how to:
- Practice active listening;
- Use "I wonder" statements to talk about feelings;
- Ask open-ended questions;
- Normalize and validate your child's feelings; and
- What to say when you're not sure.
These tips are available from the Strong4Life program through Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
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