"Kids take so many of their emotional cues from us. Being able to tolerate our children's hurt, pain, and disappointment without immediately jumping into "fix it" mode or overshadowing their experience with our own emotional reaction is imperative to their emotional growth and resilience. Sometimes less is more. Letting your child express their hurt while you stay present and grounded signals to them that their feelings are safe with you."
A child’s exclusion at school pickup can trigger intense sadness and a strong urge to immediately fix the situation. Birthday parties, playdates, and playground games can all create painful feelings of being left out. Caregivers can support children by staying calm even when their own heart breaks, because children take emotional cues from adults. Remaining present and grounded helps children feel their feelings are safe and survivable without rushing them away. After the initial emotional wave, caregivers can better assess what happened and respond in a way that supports emotional growth and resilience.
Read at Psychology Today
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