🌿 “It’s normal to be scared.” Such a simple sentence, yet so powerful. ❤️ When children feel fear, our instinct is often to reassure them with “Don’t be scared!” — but that actually teaches them to doubt their emotions. Instead, validate their fear: 💬 “I can see you’re scared.” 💬 “It’s okay to feel that way.” 💬 “Let’s see together what makes you feel safe.” Fear loses its strength when it’s understood, not denied. When we offer safety instead of shame, our children learn courage, trust, and