A few days a ago, we looked at the three key skills necessary to overcome from traumatic experiences:
- Willingness to engage with the problem
- Connecting with others
- Knowing how to calm oneself when experiencing anxiety
Today, we will focus on the second bullet and discuss why connecting with others is important. Relationships are a crucial part to developing resiliency and strong, meaningful connection with others gives us a sense of security and makes us feel safe. When parents, caregivers, teachers, or any caring adult develops and maintains a strong relationship with children, they are actually creating a supportive environment that prevents children from engaging in risky behaviors. Here are some ways children can build stronger connections with others this year:
- Finding peers at school who have common interests and values
- Go volunteer as a family at a local non-profit
- Participate in community activities and events
- Schedule regular play dates with friends
Source: https://psychcentral.com/lib/new-years-resolutions-to-build-your-resiliency/
