Acteurs

Talking to depressed people

👁️ Watch Bill Bernat explain the most important factors to consider when talking to depressed people:

Talking to children

👶🏻 Here are some valuable tips when it comes to talking with children:

1. Genuine Acceptance: The book encourages adults to genuinely accept and acknowledge children's emotions, regardless of whether they align with our own perspectives or expectations. By validating their feelings, children feel heard, understood, and valued.
2. Verbal Expression: One way to help children express their feelings is through verbal communication. By using language that reflects their emotions, caregivers can help children develop their emotional vocabulary and learn to articulate their feelings effectively. This can be done by paraphrasing or restating their emotions, as mentioned in the previous example.
3. Written or Artistic Expression: In addition to verbal communication, the book suggests using other creative methods like writing or art to help children express their emotions. This allows them to explore and externalize their feelings in a non-verbal way, which can be particularly beneficial for children who may struggle with verbal expression.
4. Empathy and Understanding: It's important for adults to approach children's emotions with empathy and a genuine attempt to understand their perspective. Even if we don't personally feel the same way in a given situation, showing empathy and accepting their emotions fosters a sense of trust and emotional connection.
5. Encouraging Communication: By accepting and acknowledging children's feelings, we create a safe space for them to communicate openly. This helps children develop their emotional intelligence and encourages them to share their thoughts and emotions more freely in the future.