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explained for kids
Fear
«Careful, something scares me!»
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What do I feel in my body?
My heart races, I freeze or I want to hide.
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When does it appear?
With the dark, loud noises, what's new or unknown.
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What can I do?
Breathe like a balloon and ask a grown-up for their hand. Fear gets small when you're not alone.
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An idea for mum or dad
Validate without mocking ("what a scare, right?"). Give security and tools (dim light, plush toy). Fear calms with presence.
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Better to avoid saying
"There's nothing to be afraid of" or laughing at the fear. Denying it doesn't make it go away, it just teaches them to hide it.
Shall we play at recognising emotions?
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