What can you say when your child is crying about going to school? You may be tempted to say things like “Don’t cry!” “Be brave.” “You’ll have fun.” This reflects how we want them to feel and act, not how they actually do. Empathy involves an acceptance of the other persons emotions. So instead try…. “I know it can be hard to go to school some days.” Or “Oh I know you feel sad. It’s ok to cry. Would you like a hug?” Then offer a transition or connection tool ❤️ A piggy back ride to the door/bus ❤️ 3 big kisses ❤️ A kiss on their hand to save for later J. Milburn @responsive_parenting #responsiveparenting #jmilburn #dropoffs #dropoffsarehard #kindergarten #primaryschool #primaryeducation #tearsbeforeschool https://www.instagram.com/p/CVDlmG3AgYW/?utm_medium=tumblr