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Safety
A place to be fully known
What it is: A place where they can be fully known and fully loved.
Do this: The next time your child comes to you with something hard, resist the urge to fix it. Ask one question. Listen a little longer.
Identity
To know who they really are
What it is: Knowing who they are so the world doesn't get to decide for them.
Do this: Tell your child one thing you admire about who they are. Be specific. Let them hear it more than once.
Gratitude
To see what's already good
What it is: The ability to notice what's already good, even when things are hard.
Do this: At dinner tonight, ask everyone, "What was one good thing about today?" Be sure to answer the question yourself.
Resilience
To know they can do hard things
What it is: Knowing they can face hard things
Do this: Find one place where your child is feeling stuck. Instead of solving it for them, ask what support would help them take the next step.
Purpose
A life bigger than just them
What it is: Knowing they were created for something bigger than themselves.
Do this: Tell your child about one way they've already made a difference. It could be to you, a friend, a sibling, or someone at school. Be specific.
