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apology

An apology is a statement that takes responsibility for a hurtful action and acknowledges the other person's feelings.

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Helping children accept an apology while keeping healthy boundaries

Helping children accept an apology while keeping healthy boundaries

Why apology and boundaries are separate skills One of the most helpful ideas to give children is that accepting an apology does not mean giving up their right to safety or comfort. A child can listen, notice the other person’s words, and still decide, ‘I need space right now.’ That is not rude; it is […]

Repairing a friendship after hurt feelings

Repairing a friendship after hurt feelings

Why hurt feelings can linger in a child Friendship hurts often last longer than adults expect because the social brain treats rejection and conflict as threats to belonging. Children may show tearfulness, irritability, clinginess, withdrawal, or repetitive talking about the event. These reactions are not proof that the child is “too sensitive”; they are common […]