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explained for kids
Sadness
«I miss something.»
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What do I feel in my body?
I feel down, sometimes I cry and I want to be quiet or to be hugged.
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When does it appear?
When I lose something, a friend leaves or something doesn't go as I wanted.
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What can I do?
It's okay to cry. Ask for a hug and tell what's wrong: sadness goes away faster with company.
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An idea for mum or dad
Don't cover it with a "don't cry". Validate and be there; sadness needs company, not quick fixes.
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Better to avoid saying
"Don't cry" or "it's not a big deal". Minimising their sadness teaches them not to trust what they feel.
Shall we play at recognising emotions?
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