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The following table provides examples of common phrases that may unintentionally minimize a child’s feelings or experiences, along with more constructive alternatives that will help your child feel more heard and supported.  \nDON’T SAY…  \nINSTEAD, SAY…  \n“There’s nothing wrong with you. You’re fine.”  \n“Don’t be sad, this is just normal.”  \n“You’ll be fine, it’s not that big of a deal.”“Aww, don’t cry.”  \n“Everything happens for a reason.”  \n“Things could be worse.”  \n“Other kids have it much harder than you.”“Just think positive thoughts.”  \n“You just need to toughen up.”  \n“I don’t like your friends. You need to find better people to hang out with.”  \n“Drinking will ruin your life. If I see you drinking, I will…”  \n“I think you should…”  \n“That outfit is too revealing. You can’t wear that to school.”  \n“You won’t fit in if you wear that.”  \nIn response to a child who is struggling with school:  \n• In my day, ADHD wasn’t a thing!  \n• “You just need to try harder to focus.”  \n• “You’re just being lazy.”  \nIn response to your child coming out to you:  \n• Are you sure? You’re just confused.  \n• What will people think?  \nIn response to self-harm:  \n• “Did you do this just to get attention?”  \n• “Don’t think about suicide.”  \n• Staying silent, because of worries that talking about suicide will cause the child/ youth to think more about it  \n“What’s been going on for you lately? It’s okay to not be okay sometimes.”  \n“It’s understandable that you’re feeling that way.”  \n“I can see that this is really hard for you right now. Let’s talk about it.”  \n“It’s okay to cry. I’m here if you want to share what’s bothering you.”  \n“I’m sorry this is happening to you. It’s not fair, and I’m here to help you through it.”  \n“Your feelings are valid, and it’s okay to feel upset.”  \n“Everyone’s challenges are different, but what you’re going through is important too.  \n“It’s hard to stay positive when things feel tough. Let’s figure out how to make things a little easier.”  \n“I know you’re strong, but it’s okay to ask for help when things feel overwhelming.”  \n“It seems like your friends get into trouble a lot; I just want to make sure you are making good choices.”  \n“Do you know anyone at school who uses drugs/alcohol/cigarettes? Are you curious about them?”  \n“Would you like my help trying to solve this problem?”“Can I suggest something?”  \n“I see you have your own style. How do you feel in that outfit? Let’s talk about what you want to wear.”  \n“Many people have similar experiences with schoolwork and trying to focus, and there are ways to manage it. Let’s talk to someone who can help.”  \n“I know it’s tough to concentrate. I’m here to support you in figuring it out.”  \n“Thank you for trusting me with this. I love you and I always will. Let’s talk about this.”  \n“I can see you’re going through something really painful. I want to understand what you’re feeling and how I can support you.”  \n“I’m really concerned about you. Can we talk about what’s going on and find a way to help you feel better?”  \n“I’m really glad you shared this with me. Let’s talk more about what’s going on.”  \n(If your child is contemplating suicide, call 911 or go to your local emergency room. You may also call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988 . )  \nMILESTONES IN MOTION:  \nA PRACTICAL GUIDE TO YOUR CHILD’S DEVELOPMENT  \nAre you wondering what to expect as your child grows and how you can best support their emotional and social development? 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