Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2397: Helping Our Children Feel Less Stressed and Worried About Their Future by Allison Carmen on Reducing Anxiety
Nov 28, 2024
Allison Carmen shares insightful strategies to help children cope with anxiety about their future. She emphasizes the power of focusing on the present and encouraging curiosity instead of fearing uncertainty. Engaging exercises promote resilience by illustrating that dreams can evolve. By fostering flexibility and hope, children learn to manage their worries and adapt to challenges. Ultimately, giving kids the tools to embrace uncertainty transforms their anxiety into opportunities for growth.
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Differing Reactions to Tragedy
- Two girls reacted differently to the Boston Marathon tragedy.
- One felt despair, while the other remained hopeful, highlighting the impact of perspective.
The Coin Exercise
- Use the coin exercise with your child to illustrate different perspectives.
- Have them hold a coin tightly, then loosely, showing how letting go can open possibilities.
Embracing Possibilities
- Letting go of rigid expectations can make change less frightening.
- This allows children to pursue goals while navigating life's uncertainties.
