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Sadness is inevitable. As much as we want to protect our kids from facing sadness, we need to be prepared to walk through it with them. One way to do this is to help your child to develop some strategies to use when they are sad so they can turn to God for comfort. Try these:
- Allow your kids to express how they feel. This may mean crying, being alone, or avoiding activities they usually enjoy. Ask them to try using their words to express how they鈥檙e feeling. Remember that each child responds to emotions differently. Be prepared to recognize how they uniquely express their emotions.
- Remind them that God is with them, even in the toughest times. God has promised up hope and healing. When it鈥檚 appropriate, share with them how God has helped you when you were sad.
Prayer: Dear God, you know all of our inner thoughts and feelings. Help to provide comfort to my kids as they experience sadness. Be with me as I point my kids to you in challenging times. We know you are the ultimate comforter. Amen.