Girls can really struggle with friendship issues, particularly when lacking the maturity and skills to properly navigate these tricky situations.

These powerful ideas and practical solutions will help you support your child when they encounter friend troubles - giving them options and building resilience without trying to jump in and "fix it".

Topics included in this episode -

The difference between boy & girl play
Boys use their bodies, girls use their words
Optionality equals resilience
Autonomy, and feeling seen, heard and valued
When should the school get involved?
Avoidance reinforces anxiety
Things you can you do to help your daughter
Why Your Kids Need a Tribe - a Happy Families article

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