Eight Ways to Help Kids Express Their Feelings

Who says kids don’t have feelings? They do and can express it very well if you give them the opportunity. If your kid can express his or her feelings, then you have done well in that aspect of parenting. Apply these eight fun ways to help your kids express their feelings.

Teach self confidence

Self confidence is key in teaching your child how to express their feelings. A confident child is bold to speak out.

Do not scold

Scolding a child for the slightest error will make the child reserved; it is a negative attitude. Such a child will bottle up his or her feelings. Resist every attempt to scold your child indiscriminately. 

Create avenues to discuss

Regular positive discussions with your child is one fun way to help them express themselves. It builds confidence in them which makes them not afraid or embarrassed to relate their feelings to you as their parent. 

Learn to encourage your kids

Encouraging your kids makes them strive for the best; so, they won’t be scared to mention where they have a challenge. 

Be their role model

Kids learn by what they see, the way you handle or express your own feelings as a parent will be a guide for them when they pass through such.

Build trust

Another way to help kids express their feelings is to build trust. This means you won’t use the particular case for reference at any time. Let your kids have confidence in you.

Sound judgement

Don’t be quick to judge or draw conclusions; it will discourage your kids from expressing their feelings especially to you. Learn the art of fine judgement and don’t be quick to judge. 

Offer creative advice

Learn to listen to what the kid is saying and offer creative or constructive advice. It will encourage the kid to return to you next time for advice when such a situation occurs again.

Children that can express their feelings do not easily fall into the negative web of peer pressure. Help them to be able to freely express their feelings.  

Bonne Chance!!