Raising Good Humans S2 Ep 7: Challenging Friendship Scenarios With Bestselling Author Rachel Simmons
Jul 30, 2021
Rachel Simmons, a NYTimes bestselling author and coach, shares valuable insights on navigating childhood friendships. She discusses guiding kids through complex social situations, emphasizing the importance of recognizing emotional signals and boundaries. Parents are encouraged to focus on emotional independence while maintaining open dialogue about online interactions. From role-playing exercises to understanding unhealthy dynamics, Rachel offers practical advice for fostering resilience and empathy in children, making it easier for them to deal with friendship challenges.
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Teaching Boundaries Through Role Play
- Do role play boundary setting exercises to teach kids about personal space.
- Show them how it feels to invade someone's space and practice recognizing social cues.
Navigating Friendship Drama
- Moderate exposure to friendship drama can be a learning opportunity.
- Avoid friendships with constant daily drama as they don’t foster healthy social growth.
Balancing Views on Friends
- Even if a friendship is difficult, find positive traits about the friend to maintain credibility.
- Share your own friendship experiences to help kids understand healthy boundaries.