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Encouraging Communication | 01/05/12 11:41
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When your child seems down or overly tired, it may be because they have something on their mind and aren't quite sure how to talk about it. Or perhaps they simply don't want to talk about it. Our program encourages thinking outside the box when it comes to expressing feelings, and and through the program kids find it is easier to share what is on their mind.
There are many ways you can encourage your child to communicate with you. One great way is by showing empathy. If your child feels they can relate to you, they will be more inclined to opening up and sharing how they feel. If you can share a situation in which you also felt sad or discouraged, you are showing them that it is not "strange" to feel that way sometimes and it doesn't make them "weird."
In our 8 step program, the characters in our books all face challenges and feelings, and they learn how to express those feelings in positive ways. As a parent, it is important to share your feelings with your kids so that they see that it is okay to feel different ways. By sharing your own feelings, you will be encouraging your kids to share theirs as well.
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"I like how we talk about how we feel. I like how we make things and draw our feelings on paper. It is a fun time!"Blayne, 9-year-old Camp MakeBelieve Student |
