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 Checking In With Life

There are times when we, as adults, may not feel like we really can pick up on how kids are feeling. The generic "I'm fine" or "good" may make it hard to buy what these kids may be selling, if you know what I mean.  A small way to just check in with your kids is to have them complete a small check in. Here are two examples. 


By starting with this page, you are able to see the self and how the kid may be feeling. Notice there is positive and negative things on the assessment. There is times where people feel a mixture of the positive and negatives. This is a great tool and a great way to start conversation with kids. 


This second page is really associated with seeing how they are coping. Are they using positive and productive coping skills or are they falling into utilizing skills that may not be as helpful. This is a great way to ask a child "what makes you feel like ignoring your responsibilities is the best way to feel in control?" or "what helps you feel better with adding things to your to do list?" You really want to start a conversation with kids to see where they are at. The more compassion you show, the more open they will be (the same goes for big kids).




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