How to Have the Best School Year with Your Sensitive Child

When Bad Dreams Come, Offer A Chance to Say or Write A Different Ending.

Sensitive children often have vivid, sometimes disturbing dreams. It is not clear why, but it may be because during the day they can “see the unseen” and are aware of things others would never notice. That gives them a lot to think about and process. Allowing them to mentally write a new script is a great way to listen to their fears while also empowering them.

When You Spot a Pout, Sit Still and Listen.

Learn how to recognize the surfacing of emotions before it goes too far. Take time to listen to what they have to say. Your silent presence and full attention will boost general well-being that the world is a good and safe place to live and you will find them pouting much less, if at all.

When There is Teasing At School, Help them Turn Vulnerability into Power.

Keep yourself informed about how to build a sensitive kid’s courage and confidence. Sensitive kids need help turning what our culture defines as weakness into power. Shy, creative, emotional kids have a unique way of being in the world. Help your children to understand in concrete terms how their differences can turn out to be great gifts as they grow up.