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There is even chatter at school.
People vote in a voting booth at a polling station.
(So interesting what kids can ferret out!)
So, what can parents do to model equanimity and grace in these very uncertain and high-pressure times?
They can see it in our eyes and notice when were tense.
Babies as young as 12 months old canpick upon stress signals from their mothersregistering it in their heart rates!
As Harry Styleshas reminded us,cryingis a gender-neutral opportunity for cortisol release.
That being said, its best to modulate those feelings to a child-appropriate degree.
But its usually best not to say youre scared or frightened.
Its also a good idea to focus on the positive, when it’s possible for you to.
There often isnt a perfect solution to problemsevery solution comes at a cost.
How was she supposed to talk to her kids aboutthat?
Scary events can be majorly magnified in the impressionable minds of children.
Its not necessary to talk to them about something that hasnt happened yet.
Kids dont need the doomscroll; they dont need the polling updates.
If you do need to talk to them, use simple, straightforward language.
You shouldnt lie, says Karp, but you dont have to hit them with the whole adult truth.
Advice we could all put to use.
