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Worry & Fear
Worry clues wear disguises.
Spot the clue: Worry & Fear
| The clue you see | What it means | Do tonight |
|---|---|---|
| Asks the same question over and over | Reassurance lasts about one minute. | Answer once. Then: "You already know the answer." |
| Stomach hurts before school or events | The body says what the mouth can't. | Believe the body. Calm first, problem-solve second. |
| Refuses new places or new people | Unknown feels unsafe. | Preview it: photos, a drive-by, a short first visit. |
| Needs you in sight at all times | You are their safe base. | Practice short separations with a return time. |
| Says "what if" all day | The brain is practicing for danger. | Answer the what-if, then name what's likely. |
Then do Monae's 3 steps: 1. Stop ✋ 2. Breathe 🌬️ 3. Say what I need 🗣️
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