{"id":9042,"date":"2024-11-05T12:16:58","date_gmt":"2024-11-05T12:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/?p=9042"},"modified":"2024-11-05T12:23:22","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T12:23:22","slug":"10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Sentences You Don&#8217;t Have to Tell Your Stressed Child"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#1_Just_Calm_Down\" title=\"1. Just Calm Down\">1. Just Calm Down<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#2_Youre_Frustrating_Me\" title=\"2. You\u2019re Frustrating Me\u00a0\">2. You\u2019re Frustrating Me\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead-2\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#3_Why_Are_You_So_Stressed_Out\" title=\"3. Why Are You So Stressed Out?\">3. Why Are You So Stressed Out?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead-3\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#4_Youll_Be_Fine_Dont_Worry\" title=\"4. You\u2019ll Be Fine, Don\u2019t Worry\">4. You\u2019ll Be Fine, Don\u2019t Worry<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead-4\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#5_Stop_Overreacting\" title=\"5. Stop Overreacting\">5. Stop Overreacting<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead-5\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#6_Theres_Nothing_to_be_Afraid_of\" title=\"6. There\u2019s Nothing to be Afraid of\">6. There\u2019s Nothing to be Afraid of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead-6\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#7_I_Just_Want_You_to_be_Happy\" title=\"7. I Just Want You to be Happy\">7. I Just Want You to be Happy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead-7\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#8_Youre_Too_Sensitive\" title=\"8. You\u2019re Too Sensitive\">8. You\u2019re Too Sensitive<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead-8\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#9_Youll_Get_Over_It\" title=\"9. You\u2019ll Get Over It\">9. You\u2019ll Get Over It<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead-9\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#10_I_Dont_Have_Time_for_This_Right_Now\" title=\"10. I Don\u2019t Have Time for This Right Now\">10. I Don\u2019t Have Time for This Right Now<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#What_Can_You_Say_Instead-10\" title=\"What Can You Say Instead?\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#Provide_The_Best_Support_for_Your_Child\" title=\"Provide The Best Support for Your Child\">Provide The Best Support for Your Child<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/10-sentences-you-dont-have-to-tell-your-stressed-child\/#Be_a_Role_Model_and_Prioritise_Self-Care\" title=\"Be a Role Model and Prioritise Self-Care\u00a0\">Be a Role Model and Prioritise Self-Care\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All parents want to say &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the right thing<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&#8221; You want all the best for your child. But what if some well-meaning phrases are making things worse?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children need <\/span><b>acceptance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They need to know <\/span><b>their emotions are validated<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. After all, parenting <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about unconditional love. What can parents say that do the opposite of showing support? What to say instead? Let&#8217;s find out.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Just_Calm_Down\"><\/span><b>1. Just Calm Down<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9067 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-17.jpg\" alt=\"A mother talking to her daughter \" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-17.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-17-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-17-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-17-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-17-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-17-450x236.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The phrase never works, not with kids or adults! You need to validate your child&#8217;s emotions. Saying &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calm down<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; or &#8220;it&#8217;s<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> not a big deal<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; feels dismissive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Acknowledge their feelings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and show your support. You can\u2019t force them to calm down; it\u2019s a paradox. Instead, you can say:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I can see you\u2019re stressed. Let\u2019s take a moment to breathe together.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It sounds like this is worrying you. How can I help?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Youre_Frustrating_Me\"><\/span><b>2. You\u2019re Frustrating Me\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9068 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-12.jpg\" alt=\"stressed child \" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-12.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-12-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-12-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-12-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-12-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-12-450x236.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, parenting is hard; there\u2019s no denying it. Saying, \u201c<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You make me mad,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d makes children feel they\u2019re the problem.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead-2\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Express your feelings <\/span><b>without blame<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m feeling a bit frustrated, too, but let\u2019s work through this together.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Why_Are_You_So_Stressed_Out\"><\/span><b>3. Why Are You So Stressed Out?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saying things like this feels like a direct criticism. It implies there\u2019s something wrong with them for feeling anxious, <\/span><b>adding pressure rather than helping<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead-3\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage them to <\/span><b>share their thoughts and feelings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Don\u2019t make them feel judged by putting extra pressure. A great example of things to say is:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I can tell something\u2019s bothering you. Do you want to talk about it?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Youll_Be_Fine_Dont_Worry\"><\/span><b>4. You\u2019ll Be Fine, Don\u2019t Worry<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9069 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-15.jpg\" alt=\"mother comforting her child \" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-15.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-15-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-15-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-15-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-15-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-15-450x236.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though you\u2019re trying to reassure them, your tone might sound <\/span><b>uncaring,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and your child might feel you\u2019re not acknowledging what they\u2019re going through.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead-4\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your child\u2019s emotions are important to you. However, they might not know that. Saying things like it\u2019ll be ok makes them feel you minimise their feelings. Show your support by saying:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I&#8217;m here with you. Let&#8217;s figure this out together.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Stop_Overreacting\"><\/span><b>5. Stop Overreacting<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9070 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-11.jpg\" alt=\"mother and daughter talking \" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-11.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-11-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-11-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-11-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-11-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-11-450x236.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This phrase labels their feelings as exaggerated, making your child feel<\/span><b> misunderstood<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and even more frustrated.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead-5\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use words that validate their experience. Try saying:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I can see this is a big deal for you. Let\u2019s work through it.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Theres_Nothing_to_be_Afraid_of\"><\/span><b>6. There\u2019s Nothing to be Afraid of<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9071 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-14.jpg\" alt=\"mother comforting her child \" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-14.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-14-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-14-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-14-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-14-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-14-450x236.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While logical to you, it disregards your child&#8217;s emotional reality. Their fears are real, and they need empathy, not judgment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead-6\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acknowledge their feelings. You don\u2019t need to minimise their experience. You can say:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s okay to feel scared. I\u2019m here to help you.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_I_Just_Want_You_to_be_Happy\"><\/span><b>7. I Just Want You to be Happy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9072 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-13.jpg\" alt=\"father hugging his child \" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-13.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-13-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-13-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-13-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-13-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-13-450x236.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sentence sounds supportive enough, but it\u2019s <\/span><b>stressful <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">from a child\u2019s perspective. You want them to be happy, but saying so can add to their stress and anxiety. They might feel that their feelings must be validated in a certain way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead-7\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Show your support and unconditional love. The last thing your child needs is thinking you don\u2019t love them if they don\u2019t feel <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OK<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here\u2019s what to say instead:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m here for you, no matter what you\u2019re feeling.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Youre_Too_Sensitive\"><\/span><b>8. You\u2019re Too Sensitive<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t label your child. Labeling can <\/span><b>make them feel flawed<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Sensitivity isn\u2019t the problem. They need to be understood, and more importantly, they need your support.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9103\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/10_Benefits_Of_Walking_Tips_Instagram.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/10_Benefits_Of_Walking_Tips_Instagram.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/10_Benefits_Of_Walking_Tips_Instagram-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/10_Benefits_Of_Walking_Tips_Instagram-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/10_Benefits_Of_Walking_Tips_Instagram-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/10_Benefits_Of_Walking_Tips_Instagram-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/10_Benefits_Of_Walking_Tips_Instagram-70x70.jpg 70w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/10_Benefits_Of_Walking_Tips_Instagram-450x450.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead-8\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acknowledge their emotions. Show them they\u2019re accepted for who they are. Try saying:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I can see this is affecting you deeply. Let\u2019s talk about it.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Youll_Get_Over_It\"><\/span><b>9. You\u2019ll Get Over It<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can downplay the seriousness of their feelings. They need reassurance that you\u2019re there to support them, no matter how long it takes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead-9\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t let your child feel alone. Ensure you\u2019re by their side. Try sating:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It might take time, but we\u2019ll get through this together.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_I_Dont_Have_Time_for_This_Right_Now\"><\/span><b>10. I Don\u2019t Have Time for This Right Now<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9073 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-16.jpg\" alt=\"overwhelmed mother \" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-16.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-16-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-16-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-16-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-16-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Untitled-design-16-450x236.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caring for a stressed child is not easy, especially with everyday responsibilities. Things like \u201c<\/span><b><i>Stop that<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d or \u201c<\/span><b><i>Don\u2019t be annoying<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d can worsen things. Whatever your child is going through, they can feel better with your support.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Say_Instead-10\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Can You Say Instead?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take care of yourself. Nonetheless, let your child know that you care about their emotions. You can say:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I can see this is important to you. Let\u2019s talk when I can focus on what\u2019s bothering you.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Provide_The_Best_Support_for_Your_Child\"><\/span><b>Provide The Best Support for Your Child<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to identify the causes of your child\u2019s stress. Adapting to changes, family issues, and academic pressure are common causes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t have to face everything alone. At Ostato, we provide<\/span><b> expert support for children and parents <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">around the UK.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We offer<\/span><b> practical, personalised lessons <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to help your child excel. Our<\/span> <b>online tutors<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guide students through stressful exams and coursework.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will also have an education supporter by your side. In addition to academic success, we aim to improve a child\u2019s confidence and problem-solving skills. For your comfort, we offer <\/span><b>free trial lessons.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_a_Role_Model_and_Prioritise_Self-Care\"><\/span><b>Be a Role Model and Prioritise Self-Care\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By practising self-care, you are also taking care of your child. Besides, children learn by watching. 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