The Huge Bag of Worries

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when and where to have the conversation – choose somewhere that will be comfortable for you both with no interruptions This Worry Monster Worksheet is an excellent resource to have in your primary school classes to help children control their worries by writing them down.

The connected father: understanding your unique role and responsibility during your child's adolescence Jesus and his disciples were on their travels when they stopped for a visit at Martha's invitation. Begin by reassuring your child that they can tell you anything they need to and you won't blame them in any way. The Self-esteem intervention Year Four is for a group of six children and is led by a teaching assistant. It covers emotions, relaxation, calming down…

We've all been in situations where our anxieties and worries take control of us. Sometimes, it is good to know your enemy. Learning about anxiety can be an excellent way of overcoming it. So, here are some facts about anxiety: It's OK to ask your child what they'd like you to do about the situation but it could be something where you can't do anything at all; for example, if they're grieving over a death. What you can always do is reassure and support – starting with a big hug. However it may seem, you are not alone when you worry about things. Statistics suggest that millions of students are affected by school-related stress! Jesus responded in two ways. First, he made Martha aware of her worry by saying, ‘Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things.’ There was real concern in his voice as he repeated her name. He helped her to see that she had a problem to be dealt with. Jesus didn't judge Martha - there's nothing wrong with being a good hostess or wanting things to be the very best - he just drew her attention to her worry.

However you choose to start your conversation, try to keep your expectations realistic. It might not go as well as you're hoping, but give it time. Your child might not be ready to talk straight away but could actually re-start the conversation with you a few days later.Second, Jesus showed her that worry is a choice. Martha had chosen to become filled with anxiety about the preparations. Again, Jesus didn’t condemn Martha for the choice she'd made, he just pointed out that Mary had made a choice, too. In Mary's case it was a better one! Martha learned a valuable lesson from Jesus. Sometimes we all worry about things that really don’t matter that much! Sometimes we choose to worry rather than stop to look at situations clearly and logically. Put Things into Perspective - Without lowering your child's feelings, let them know that a lot of problems are temporary and solvable. Having difficult conversations is hard, but if you handle it well it can bring you and your child closer together and help you to understand each other.

Unfortunately things do happen that can turn young lives upside down. Talking with your child about separation, illness, death or other life-changing topics might be emotional and distressing for both of you. This worries worksheet asks children to write the names of five trusted people on each of their fingers that they feel comfortable talking to about the things in their life that bother them. This worries worksheet aims to show kids that they are not alone and have plenty of support in their life.Doing thislovely craft activity is both fun and therapeutic for children. Being able to anonymously discuss different worries from the display with the rest of the class will reassure them that they're not alone. Worries can include not performing well enough in school, bullying from other children, relationships with friends, the future and concerns about self-image, drugs and alcohol.